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Botanical Name: Origanum marjorana

 

Plant Part: Flowers and Leaves

 

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

 

Origin: Egypt

 

Description: Marjoram Essential Oil is derived from the plant – a bushy perennial growing up to 60cm in height with a hairy stem, dark green oval leaves and small whitish flowers found in clusters. The entire plant is extremely aromatic.

 

Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

 

Common Uses: Warming and comforting, Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil can be massaged into the abdomen during menstruation, or added to a warm compress. It is also useful for treating tired aching muscles, and is perfect for use in a sports massage. A few drops on a vaporizer will also encourage sleep, and a few drops can be added to a warm/hot bath at the first signs of a cold. It can also be used in masculine, oriental, and herbal-spicy perfumes and colognes.

 

Consistency: Thin

 

Note: Middle

 

Strength of Aroma: Medium

 

Blends well with: Orange, Lavender, Rosewood, Frankincense, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, Basil, Thyme, Cypress, Elemi, Chamomile, and spices like Nutmeg or Cardamom.

 

Aromatic Scent: Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil has a warm and spicy aroma, with a hint of nutmeg.

 

History: Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil was very popular and a common medicinal plant amongst the ancient Greeks. The name itself originates from a Greek word meaning “Joy of the Mountains”.

 

Cautions: Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil is generally non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Avoid use during pregnancy.