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Myrrh Extract (Commiphora Myrrha)

One of the world's oldest medicines — myrrh resin extract with sesquiterpenes, furanosesquiterpenes, and terpenoids that provide wound healing, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and opioid-mediated pain relief in skin.

Ancient ResinWound HealingAntimicrobialSesquiterpenes
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5

What is it?

A 4000-year-old medicinal resin with furanosesquiterpenes providing antimicrobial, wound healing, κ-opioid analgesic, and anti-inflammatory activities — validated by modern pharmacology.

Promotes wound healing through keratinocyte migration, provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection, and reduces skin inflammation and pain through opioid receptor activation.

Key Benefits

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Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial
Furanosesquiterpenes inhibit Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Candida, and other common skin pathogens.
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Wound Healing
Stimulates keratinocyte migration and proliferation, accelerating wound closure and re-epithelialization.
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Opioid Receptor Analgesic
Activates κ-opioid receptors in peripheral pain neurons — providing genuine topical pain and itch relief.
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Anti-Inflammatory
Inhibits NF-kB and reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines, reducing skin inflammation and redness.

Suitable for

Wound healingAcne-prone skinInflamed skinChronic inflammatory skin conditions

Main Actions

✓ Antimicrobial✓ Wound healing✓ Analgesic✓ Anti-inflammatory
Resin Quality

Myrrh resin quality varies by species and geographic origin. Commiphora myrrha (Somali myrrh) has the highest furanosesquiterpene content. Opopanax (C. guidottii) and other myrrh relatives have different active profiles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Myrrh Extract (Commiphora Myrrha) do for skin?
Promotes wound healing through keratinocyte migration, provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection, and reduces skin inflammation and pain through opioid receptor activation.
Who should use Myrrh Extract (Commiphora Myrrha)?
Myrrh Extract (Commiphora Myrrha) is suitable for: Wound healing, Acne-prone skin, Inflamed skin, Chronic inflammatory skin conditions.
Are there any warnings about Myrrh Extract (Commiphora Myrrha)?
Myrrh resin quality varies by species and geographic origin. Commiphora myrrha (Somali myrrh) has the highest furanosesquiterpene content. Opopanax (C. guidottii) and other myrrh relatives have different active profiles.

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