Medicine Flower Marjoram Essential Oil
Primary Benefits
- Known to reduce pain, promotes healthy digestion and supports heart health
- May prevent infections and boost immune system function
- Beautiful fragrance which has been known to promote better sleep
- Strong components that have been shown to stop the growth of several different types of bacteria
- A natural anti-fungal that can also support the immune system and protect against toxins
- Powerful antioxidants which help protect against damage caused by free radicals
Details
Botanical Name: Origanum vulgare
Origin: Turkey
Plant Part: Dried leaves and flowering tops
Aroma: Minty, earthy, like oregano
Note: Middle
Blends Well With: Bergamot, cypress, Lavender, clary sage, rose, neroli, grapefruit orange, and lemongrass.
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Main Chemical Components: Carvacrol as the major component (characteristic odor of oregano),Thymol, β-fenchyl alcohol, δ-terpineol, γ-terpinene, α-terpinene, 1-methyl-3-(1-methylethyl)benzene
Plant Information
Traditionally, Marjoram was used in tea to cure headaches, head colds, calm nervous disorders, and to clear sinuses. Commonly uses as that green herb in tomato sauce or in tea, Oregano, Origanum vulgare is made up mostly of carvacrol and contain a variety of antioxidant compounds, such as rosmarinic acid. Thymol, which is also in peppermint, is known to relax the soft tissue of the throat and stomach making Origanum vulgare a common digestion aid taken with a meal as it is carminative and stomachic. This great oil hinders bacteria replication and has antibacterial properties that may ward off infection so may be inexpensive source of natural antibacterial substances that exhibited potential for use in pathogenic systems. The oil of Oreganum is also vulgare is antibacterial, and has been used to reducing microb rate and prolonging the shelf life of food.
Usages
Use as a digestive, add to food and as carminative, may relieve flatulence.
Use mixed with a carrier oil as an antiseptic on cuts, bruises and wounds.
Marjoram is bactericidal so add a few drops to home cleaning agents.
Safety
Always test for skin sensitivity prior to widespread use and use on the feet when possible. Excessive use of any oil can lead to skin sensitization. If skin irritation does occur, wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Keep out of eyes, ears, or nose. Experts do not recommend using essential oil if you have a terminal illness, cancer, epilepsy or a number of other conditions. Not all oils are created equal, so test brands carefully, and never use an oil in a way not recommended. Our oil is therapeutic grade, however we do not recommend any oils be used internally unless on the advice of a medical professional.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
