Marjoram Sweet - Essential Oil - 10ml

Name: Marjoram Essential Oil

Common Names: Sweet marjoram

Botanical Name: Origanum majorana L.

Family: Lamiaceae

Plant Part Used: Flowering tops

Extraction Method: Steam distilled

Perfumery Note: Middle

Aromatic Intensity: Medium

Aromatic Description: Warm, spicy, woody, herbaceous

Colour/Characteristics: Pale yellow

Main Chemical Constituents: α-terpinene, -terpinene, sabinene, p-cymene, terpinen-4-ol, α-terpineol, cis-sabinene hydrate, linalyl acetate

Blends Well With: Bergamot, Roman chamomile, lavender, patchouli, neroli, geranium, sandalwood, vetiver, sweet orange, mandarin, cardamom, ylang ylang, clary sage

Properties/Uses: Antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic, analgesic, anaphrodisiac, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, hypotensive, nervine, sedative.  Marjoram essential oil may be used to help treat digestive issues, stress related digestive upsets, flatulence, spasmodic indigestion, constipation, stimulate and strengthen intestinal peristalsis, muscular aches and pains, rheumatism, joint swelling, muscle spasms, cramps, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, sprains and strains, chilblains, bruises, spasmodic coughs, sinusitis, menstrual cramps, headaches, insomnia, inflamed skin conditions, acne, eczema and wound healing.

Energetics: Marjoram essential oil may be used to relieve anxiety, stress, fear, nervous exhaustion, agitation, lethargy, over-thinking, nervous breakdown and agitated depression.  It can help to calm and comfort especially if suffering from grief or deep loss.  Marjoram can help with emotional transformation, offering emotional strength and stability.  It is balancing, nurturing and harmonising, especially during times of overwhelm.

Use: Direct inhalation, diffuse, oil vaporiser, oil burner, bath, massage, ointment, cream, balm, salve.

Safety: Non-toxic, non-irritating & non-sensitising.  Avoid during pregnancy.  No other contraindications known.  Has GRAS status.

Conservation Status: Not listed

We do not recommend essential oils as a replacement for traditional medicine.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not ingest.

Do not use undiluted.

Discontinue use if irritation occurs.