Resin

Myrrh

Note Profile

Natural 149 perfumes

Also Known As

Myrhh, Omumbiri Myrrh

About

Bitter, medicinal resin

Scent Profile

Myrrh has a deep, balsamic aroma with pronounced bitter, medicinal, and slightly smoky facets. Its scent evolves to reveal warm, earthy, and subtly spicy undertones, often accompanied by a faint sweetness. Over time, it develops a resinous richness that lingers in the drydown.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 0%

Green 0%

Sweet 15%

Warm 35%

Woody 10%

Earthy 40%

Animalic 10%

Fresh 0%

Origin

Myrrh is a natural gum-resin obtained from the Commiphora species, primarily harvested in East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. The resin is collected by making incisions in the tree's bark, allowing the sap to harden before being gathered and processed for perfumery.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use myrrh mainly as a base note to impart depth and longevity to compositions, especially in oriental, woody, and incense-themed fragrances. It blends well with frankincense, spices, woods, and florals, and is valued for its fixative properties and ability to add complexity.