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.
Colour: 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
Strength of Aroma: Medium