Marjoram Oil

Marjoram Oil, distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of the Origanum majorana plant, is a valued essential oil known for its warm, spicy, and herbaceous aroma. Through steam distillation, this oil captures the essence of marjoram, a culinary herb cherished in various cultures for its flavorful properties. In aromatherapy, Marjoram Oil is celebrated for its comforting, warm character, making it a favorite for creating a peaceful atmosphere.

Marjoram, also called sweet marjoram, is a close relative of oregano but gentler and sweeter. Its oil is warm and herbaceous with a camphor-like top note, and it works well in massage blends, balms and natural fragrance.

In aromatherapy, Marjoram Oil is renowned for its comforting scent. It is often diffused to create a peaceful atmosphere conducive to meditation and quiet reflection.

Common Uses: Marjoram Oil is incorporated into massage oil blends and balms for its warming, comforting scent. It's also used in skincare formulations for its fragrance.

Blends well with: Lavender, Rosemary, Bergamot, and Chamomile, as well as other herbaceous and citrus oils. These combinations enhance Marjoram Oil's warm, herbaceous aroma, creating comforting, aromatic blends.

Aromatic Scent: Marjoram Oil offers a warm, spicy, and slightly sweet aroma with a woody undertone, providing a comforting and grounding olfactory experience.

How to use it

Add three or four drops to a diffuser, or dilute at about 2%, roughly 12 drops in 30ml of a carrier oil such as sweet almond or jojoba, for a fragrant massage oil. Technique tip: blend it with lavender or bergamot to soften its herbaceous edge. If bergamot goes into a skin blend, keep treated skin out of direct sunlight for twelve hours, or diffuse instead. For external aromatic use only, and always dilute before skin use. Keep away from the eyes and do a small patch test before first skin use.

Botanical Name: Origanum majorana

Plant Part: Leaves and Flowering Tops