Marjoram oil

origanum majorana

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Marjoram oil is extracted from the herbs of the oiganum majorana. Marjoram oil has some unique benefits with its relaxing qualities it also contains the powerful terpinen-4-ol, the force build tree oils antiseptic qualities.



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Uses

Major Growing Regions

Toxicology

Therapeutic Uses

Miss labelling and Adulterations

Similar Properties to

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Scents

Middle or top note


Uses

Aromatherapy, therapeutic, Pharmaceutics, Food and Flavour industry


Major Growing Regions



France - Aug to Sep
Hungary
Egypt
Spain
Germany
Portugal

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Toxicology

Oral: Yes
Skin: Yes
Comments: None with recommended dosage

Recommended Dosages and Quantities - Possiably one of the best guides around to learn more about theraputic essential oil safety in massage and aromatherapy is Robert Tisserands Essential Oils Safety Guide, in the back is a guide covering safety with most essential oils. disclaimer toxicology is a guide and consult a qualified medical practitioner on the dosage that is right for your.


Therapeutic Uses

anti-infective, spasmolytic, antiseptic. Sprains, bruises, rehamatism. Intestinal cramps, menstrual problems. Effective against, colds, whooping cough and acute bronchitis.

Information on theraputic uses are only a guide and you should consult a professional manuals of aromatherapy for more information.

Miss labelling and Adulterations

Not to be confused with thymus mastichina sometimes sold under the label of "majoram', "wild marjoram" or Spanish marjoram". The composition and effects are different.



Similar Properties to

Tea tree oil, Croatian Lavender oil



Also See

List of essential oils
Aromatherapy Oil

Resources

1. Books and Reports - Excellent resources

2 . Articles - Published information on Essential Oils

3. Discuss - Essential Oil Community Forums

4. Buy Marjoram oil - The Aroma Marketplace

References

I highly recommend the references used below. They have been invaluable in compiling this definiation of Marjoram oil and all the writers are experts in their fields. Oilganic has a comprehensive library of books and reports on essential oils.

1. Advanced Aromatherapy - The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Kurt Schnaubelt, PH.D.

2. The World of Aromatherapy, edited by Jeanne Rose and Susan Earle

5.The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy: Over 600 Natural, Non-Toxic and Fragrant Recipes to Create Health - Beauty - a Safe Home Environment, Valerie Ann Worwood

 

Disclaimer
This information is just a guide and readers should consult their medical practitioner before using essential oils.

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