Marjoram essential oil

Botanical species: Origanum majorana

Family: Lamiaceae

Part used: Flowering tops

Extraction method: Hydrodistillation

Origin: Spain

Main constituents: Camphor, borneol, terpinene, sabinene

Uses: Massages, inhalations, baths, diffusions, and compresses.

Properties for external use

Analgesic

Muscle calming and sedative

Strengthening

Activates blood circulation

Warms muscles and cold extremities

Facilitates recovery after athletic competition

Effectively relieves painful joints and muscles

Stiffness

Aches and pains after exercise

Weakness

Rheumatic neuralgia

Eliminates toxins from muscles

Spot massage: Apply 3 to 4 drops of pure essential oil to the affected or to be treated area.

Massage: To obtain a 5% dilution, ideal for massages, mix 5 ml of essential oil with 100 ml of carrier oil, alcohol-free gel, cream, or virgin massage emulsion.

Inhalation: Apply 2 or 3 drops to a handkerchief and inhale for a few minutes. Stop if you experience any discomfort. Repeat as often as necessary, OR Boil water, remove from heat, pour into a bowl, add a few drops of essential oil, cover your head with a towel, and breathe gently.

Bath: Add 15 drops of pure essential oil to the water, bath foam, or a handful of sea salt. Compress: Add a few drops of oil to a bowl of very hot water. Soak a clean cloth in the water. Wring it out and place the compress on the affected area. Repeat as often as necessary.

Essential oil diffusers: Add 10 to 15 drops to a diffuser of your choice. Duration: 10 to 15 minutes depending on the size of the room.

Contraindicated

1- For pregnant or breastfeeding women during the first 3 months. From the 4th month onwards, yes, but with a 5% dilution.

2- Children

IMPORTANT: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND PETS. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, FLAME, AND LIGHT. FLAMMABLE