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Essential Oil of Sweet Marjoram

by Penny Keay

Marjoram - Origanum marjorana

Sweet Marjoram


Country of Origin: France, Egypt, Spain, Morocco, and other Mediterranean countries
Processed - Steam distilled
Part used – Flowering tops, leafs, stem
Smell - warm, penetrating, slight peppery, nutmeg-mint mix, bitter to some, light camphor aroma.
Grown - Cultivated
Note - middle note

PROPERTIES & USES:

Traditional - Therapeutic:

Analgesic, anti-septic, Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-spasmodic, calmative, disinfectant, gastrointestinal disorders – i.e. abdominal spasms, expectorant, hypotensive, sedative, stomachic, tonic, insomnia, muscular spasms, muscle relaxant, muscle pain, body stiffness.

Medical:

Skin/ Hair Care:

minor cuts, abrasions and bruises,

Respiratory:

bronchitis, cough, respiratory infections, sinusitis

Muscular/skeletal:

Arthritis, bruises, muscle spasm, sprains,

Cardiovascular:

hypertension

Immune:

Upper respiratory infections, colds, influenza,

Digestive:

gastritis, hyperactivity (irritable bowel syndrome)

Nervous/brain:

PMS tension, vertigo, calming, sedative, fatigue, insomnia,

Industry & Household uses:

used as a seasoning in spice compounds, meat, sauces, canned food, vinegars, used in soft drinks and alcohol. Fragrance in soaps and perfumes.

BLENDS with:

Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Clary sage, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Juniper berry, Lavandin, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Sweet orange, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Spearmint, Spikenard, Thyme, Valerian, Vetiver.

CAUTIONS:

*Keep out of reach of children.*

BLENDS TO TRY

CALMING SPRAY MIST

Marjoram - 30 drops
Cajeput - 30 drops
Lavender - 30 drops
Petitgrain - 30 drops
Vetiver - 30 drops
Roman Chamomile - 10 drops
Emulsifier 1 - 2 Teaspoons
Distilled Water - 4 ounces

Blend the essential oils with the emulsifier until well blended. Then add to the distilled water. Shake well and spray in the room. Shake well before each use. Refrigerate and toss unused spray after 3 weeks (due to no preservative).

This also works on overactive kids.

Spray in evening and before bed to help them sleep.

For SWEET DREAMS

Put a couple of drops of Sweet Marjoram and Lavender in a small amount of unscented soap, then add to a warm Bath and enjoy!

A SLEEP MASSAGE OIL

Spruce Needle - 4 drops
Marjoram - 4 drops
Melissa - 4 drops
Allspice - 3 drops
Carrier oil - 15 ml

Mix all ingredients and use to massage.

Nighty Night!!

To Soothe Aching Muscles

Peppermint - 4 drops
Thyme - 4 drops
Lavender - 4 drops
Marjoram- 3 drops
Carrier oil - 1 ounce

Mix the essential oils first then add to the carrier oil. Massage to affected areas.

Massage Blend for Facial Pain

Helichrysum – 20 drops
Lavender – 8 drops
Peppermint – 6 drops
Rosemary – 4 drops
Sweet Marjoram – 2 drops
Jojoba – 2 ounces

Blend all in a PET plastic bottle. Then using only a few drops – just enough to cover the affected area massage lightly.

This blend may be very helpful for those suffering from Bell’s Palsy.

Bursitis Blend

Helichrysum – 6 drops
German Chamomile – 6 drops
Sweet Marjoram – 4 drops
Sweet Birch – 4 drops
Lavender – 4 drops
Ginger – 4 drops
Juniper berry – 4 drops

Your choice of carrier oil or lotion - 2 ounces

Blend the essential oils together in a Glass bottle or Beaker. Then add to your oil, lotion or cream. Blend or stir well. Apply as needed to the affected joint.


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