Myrcene is an alkene natural hydrocarbon that is classified as an acyclic monoterpene. Myrcene and other monoterpenes act as the building blocks for other more complex terpenes. It is often observed in the isomers alpha-myrcene and beta-myrcene, which can be differentiated by the location of the double carbon bond. Myrcene can be found in a significant number of plants, including many herbs, spices, and fruits, and it is used in fragrance and flavoring applications.
What Myrcene Smells Like
The aroma of myrcene can be described as musky and earthy with slightly fruity notes.
Essential Oils Containing Myrcene
Thyme Essential Oil can contain anywhere from 2-40% myrcene.
Lemongrass Essential Oil has been found to contain between 5-30% myrcene.
Juniper Berry Essential Oil generally contains around 3-20% myrcene.
Rosemary Essential Oil contains a small amount of myrcene, around 1-5%.
Sweet Orange Essential Oil can be found to contain around 1-4% myrcene.
Recipes Using Essential Oils That Contain Myrcene
Rosemary and Lemongrass Roll On
Ingredients
- 10ml Amber Glass Roll-On Bottle
- 1/3 oz of Fractionated Coconut Oil
- 0.25 mL of Rosemary Essential Oil
- 0.25 mL of Lemongrass Essential Oil
Instructions
Add the essential oils to the bottle. Fill the rest of the bottle to the top with fractionated coconut oil. Replace the rollerball and cap, gently shake, and roll across your skin.
Juniper, Orange and Thyme Bath Bomb
Ingredients
- Witch Hazel in a Misting Spray Bottle
- Hard Plastic or Metal Molds
- 2 cups of Citric Acid
- 4 cups of Baking Soda
- 2 oz of Sweet Almond Oil
- 0.5 mL of Juniper Berry Essential Oil
- 0.5 mL of Sweet Orange Essential Oil
- 0.5 mL of Thyme Essential Oil
Instructions
Combine all the citric acid, baking soda, sweet almond oil, and essential oils in a bowl and mix well using gloved hands. Spritz a small amount of witch hazel onto the top of the powder mixture and stir it in. Repeat this process until the mixture packs together easily with a similar texture to wet sand. Scoop the mixture into each mold one at a time and pack them down tightly. Allow them to dry for at least 24 hours. Store them in an airtight container. While running water, drop one into the bath and allow it to fully dissolve.
Rosemary, Thyme and Juniper Massage Oil
Ingredients
- 4oz Amber Glass Bottle
- 2 oz of Fractionated Coconut Oil
- 1 oz of Sweet Almond Oil
- 1/2 oz of Jojoba Oil
- 1.25 mL of Rosemary Essential Oil
- 1.25 mL of Thyme Essential Oil
- 0.75 mL of Juniper Berry Essential Oil
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a 4-ounce amber glass bottle and shake vigorously to combine. Pour a small amount into your hands and massage into the skin. Store in a cool, dark location out of the reach of children and pets.
