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Marjoram Sweet

Botanical Name: Origanum majorana
Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery Note: Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Constituents: Alpha-Terpineol, Terpinen-4-ol, Sabinene, Linalol, Sabinol, Thujanol, Citral, Linalyl Acetate, Camphor, Carvacrol, Estragol, Eugenol, Myrcene, Phellandrene, Pinene, Alpha Terpenene, Beta-Caryophyllene
Aromatic Description: Herbaceous, sweet, woody, with a campherous, medicinal aroma.
Blends well with Lavender, Rosemary, Bergamot, Chamomile Roman, Cypress, Tea Tree and Eucalyptus.
Usage: bath; massage; and vaporisation.
Possible Uses: Aching muscles, amenorrhea, bronchitis, chiliblains, colic, coughing, excessive sex drive, flatulence, hypertension, muscle cramps, neuralgia, rheumatism, sprains, strains, stress, ticks.
Safety Information: Avoid during pregnancy.

A soothing and relaxing oil, not to be confused with Wild Marjoram which can irritate the skin. This essential oil is extracted from the flowering tops by steam distillation. It soothes, comforts and warms. Useful on tired muscles and for massaging on abdomen during menstration. Use at night before peaceful sleep and add to post sports rub.

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