DEFINITION

Botanical name - Origanum majorana.
This essential oil is extracted from the herb by steam distillation.

DESCRIPTION

In ancient Egypt Marjoram was sacred to the god Osiris, and many modern men find its peppery scent more acceptable than floral oils.
Marjoram is distilled from the flowering tips of the Mediterranean perennial herb Origanum majorana, whose name translated means 'joy of the mountain'. The penetrating woody, spicy-camphorous scent of Marjoram is warm and fortifying. This is a Middle Note.

APPLICATIONS

HERBAL CALMER - Powerfully relaxing in a THERAPEUTIC BATH or VAPOURISATION before bedtime, with a little extra sprinkled on the pillow, Marjoram brings sweet relief to restless sleepers.

SOOTHING - Utilised in a THERAPEUTIC BATH or in a MASSAGE OIL BLEND, this oil is invaluable for easing sprains, muscular and menstrual cramps. If menstrual pain persists seek medical advice. Massage lightly over bruises or broken veins to disperse discolouration.

WARMING - Marjoram assists in the maintenance of peripheral circulation and offers temporary relief of chilblains, pain of arthritis, rheumatism, muscular aches and lumbago.

ENRICHING - Marjoram scents and enriches brown hair when a few drops are added to the rinse water.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.
USE WITH CARE IF SUFFERING FROM LOW BLOOD PRESSURE.

NOTES

The following applications assume that a high quality oil is being used. Please read the information topic on Aromatherapy - Essential Oils.

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