Fragrance Note
Myrrh
Myrrh is the resin of the Commiphora tree, yielding a deep, slightly bitter, balsamic aroma that pairs naturally with frankincense in religious and meditative compositions.
About Myrrh
Commiphora myrrha grows as a thorny shrub in arid regions of Somalia, Ethiopia, and Yemen. Resin tears are collected and either solvent-extracted or steam-distilled. The aroma is darker and earthier than frankincense · slightly bitter, balsamic, with subtle sweet undertones. Myrrh anchors classic Christmas/oriental compositions (Diptyque Eau Lente) and modern niche resinous fragrances. Often blended with frankincense, labdanum, and benzoin in the classical "amber" accord.
Featured in 1 The Fragrance World perfume
Common questions about Myrrh
- What does Myrrh smell like?
- Myrrh is the resin of the Commiphora tree, yielding a deep, slightly bitter, balsamic aroma that pairs naturally with frankincense in religious and meditative compositions.
- Where does Myrrh come from?
- Somalia, Ethiopia, Yemen
- Is Myrrh a top, heart, or base note?
- Base
- Which TFW fragrances feature Myrrh?
- 1 TFW fragrance currently feature Myrrh. See the list on this page for the full set.