You may be familiar with sweet marjoram and its use in the kitchen. Did you know that it is also a popular essential oil? Here are a few facts about this oil:
Botanical Name
Origanum majorana
Family
Lamiaceae
Extraction Method
Steam distillation of the leaves and flowering tops
Essential Oil Colour
Clear with a hint of yellow
Consistency
Thin
Description
Medium note, and medium initial strength, it has a sweet, warm, herbaceous, pine and woody aroma with campherous and medicinal undertones and a hint of nutmeg.
How Can You Use Marjoram and Aromatherapy in Your Everyday Life?
Cooking.
Marjoram leaves are similar to oregano leaves and can be used in the same recipes. Fresh and dried leaves are readily available in most grocery stores. The herb may help relieve constipation, flatulence, stomach cramps and indigestion.
Essential Oil.
When dispersed in a room, this essential oil provides a warm and comforting effect on most people. Anxiety levels decrease and it may help people who are grieving or otherwise overwhelmed with sadness. A similar effect is created by adding 3 drops to your bath water.
Chances are that if you are stressed out or exercise regularly (or irregularly), you probably have some stiffness or aching muscles. The good news is that a massage oil with this essential oil (diluted in a carrier oil) will do wonders for aching muscles, rheumatism, sprains and strains. When rubbed on the chest, it also helps breathing for those with bronchitis, asthma or excessive coughing.
For women with painful menstruation cramps, you can try massaging your lower abdomen with diluted marjoram essential oil.
DO NOT apply this essential oil directly to the skin without being diluted in a
carrier oil
first. An estimate of 3 drops of essential oil per 1 teaspoon of carrier oil is suggested.
Where Can You Find This Essential Oil?
This essential oil normally comes in various sized bottles and can be found in major drugstores and specialized stores. Many internet-based aromatherapy companies carry this essential oil.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: Pregnant women should not take this essential oil. Undiluted oils should never be applied onto the skin. Do not take any oils internally without consultation from a qualified professional aromatherapy practitioner. Consult a professional aromatherapy practitioner prior to using this oil to treat children.
Note: The information contained on this site is for educational purposes only and does not replace the advice of a physician and/or other specialist. Precautions must be taken to ensure aromatherapy does not conflict with existing medical conditions.
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