Description:
Our marjoram oil is extracted from Origanum marjorana also known asOriganum hortensis of the Labiatae familyOur marjoram oil is extracted from Origanum marjorana (also knownas Origanum hortensis) of the Labiatae family and is also known asknotted marjoram.
Thisoil has value when used for asthma and other respiratory complaintsand has a calming action on emotions. It helps hyperactive peoplecalm down while boosting circulation.
Oilproperties
Marjoramoil has a warm, slightly spicy smell and is colorless to paleyellow/amber in color.
Originof marjoram oil
Thistender bushy perennial herb, about 60cm (24 in) high, has a hairystem, dark green oval leaves and small white or pinkflowers.
Originallyfrom the Mediterranean region, the word "Origanum" is from theGreek word ''orosganos'' meaning ''joy of the mountain'' and wasgiven to newlyweds as token of good fortune.
It wasa very popular herb amongst the Greeks and widely used in medicineand perfumes. In the 16 century, it was strewn on the floor to maskunpleasant smells.
Extraction
Marjoramoil is extracted from the fresh and dried leaves and flowering topsof the plant by steam distillation and yields 0.5 - 3%.
Chemicalcomposition
Themain chemical constituents are sabinene, a-terpinene, y-terpinene,p-cymene, terpinolene, linalool, cis-sabinene hydrate, linalylacetate, terpinen-4-ol and y-terpineol.
Precautions
Marjoramoil is non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing but should notbe used during pregnancy.
Therapeuticproperties
Thetherapeutic properties of marjoram oil are analgesic,anti-spasmodic, anaphrodisiac, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal,carminative, cephalic, cordial, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic,emmenagogue, expectorant, fungicidal, hypotensive, laxative,nervine, sedative, stomachic, vasodilator andvulnerary.
Uses
Marjoramoil has a warming action and calms emotions, relieves anxiety aswell as stress and helps to calms hyperactive people. It has goodmuscle relaxant properties and the pain killing properties areuseful for rheumatic pains as well as sprains, strains and spasms,as well as swollen joints and painful muscles.
Itsoothes the digestive system and helps with cramps, indigestion,constipation and flatulence and has a beneficial action on colds,sinusitis, bronchitis and asthma.
As ageneral relaxant, marjoram oil is used for headaches, migraines andinsomnia and although it can diminish sexual desire, it is greatfor treating delayed, painful or scanty monthly periods as well asmenstrual cramps.
Summary
Marjoramoil can be beneficial in cases of nervous tension, respiratorycongestion, painful muscles and joints, digestive problems andmenstrual disorders.
- Burners and vaporizers
- In vaportherapy, marjoram oil can be used for asthma, bronchitis, poorcirculation, coughs, physical exhaustion, headaches, tension,insomnia, sinusitis, anxiety, nervous tension and stress.
- Blended massage oil or in the bath
- As ablended massage oil or diluted in the bath, marjoram oil can beused for asthma, arthritis, back pain, bronchitis, poorcirculation, colds, coughs, detoxification, physical exhaustion,fatigue, headaches, tension, heartburn, insomnia, painful periods,migraine, muscular pains and spasms, rheumatism, sinusitis,anxiety, stress and grief.
- Creams and lotions
- Sinceit is a greatly warming oil it is useful to counter chilblains andto disperse bruises.
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