Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil

100% Pure & Natural Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil Botanical Name: origanum majorana Marjoram Sweet is an ancient herb, widely used by the Greeks and other Mediterranean cultures. A good oil to try whenever dealing with sore, over-used muscles or dealing with cold and flu symptoms. Uses of Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil Add Marjoram Sweet to your massage blend for athletes to ease the feeling of tightness in sore or over-worked muscles or muscle spasms Add to your cold/flu blend and breathe deeply or diffuse in an electric or vaporizing diffuser. Also, add a few drops to a cotton ball and breathe deeply several times to ease the feeling of stuffiness. Add a few drops to your air conditioning filter to "clear" the air. Making a perfume blend? Use a few drops to add an oriental, herbal, slightly spicy note. Background & Details This oil is sourced from Egypt History and Background Marjoram Sweet originates from the Mediterranean area, the word "Origanum" is from the Greek word 'orosganos' meaning 'joy of the mountain'. Fresh Marjoram was given to newlyweds as token of good fortune. The Greeks used Marjoram Sweet in medicine and perfumes. During the 16th century, it was strewn on the floor to cover up unpleasant smells. Prior to the use of hops, Marjoram Sweet was used in brewing ale. Holistically, it calms emotions, anxiety and stress. Helps calm hyperactivity. Physical Description Colorless to pale yellow/amber color with a thin, liquid consistency. Aromatic Description Herbaceous, nutty, slight woodsy note. Biological Makeup and Components Sabinene, Alpha Terpinene, Cymene, Gamma Terpinene, Linalool, Linalyl Acetate, Sabinene Hydrate, Terpinolene, Terpineol and Gamma Terpineol Extraction Technique Steam distilled from fresh or dried flowering herb. Information for Aromatherapists Marjoram Sweet is a middle note and blends well with Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Chamomile German, Chamomile Roman, Cypress, Eucalyptus-Lemon (Citriodora), Eucalyptus-Radiata, Fennel Sweet, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram Spanish, Orange, Peppermint, Pine, Rosemary, Tea Tree and Thyme Safety Info Our Marjoram Sweet essential oil is 100% pure and natural. It is free of any chemicals, pesticides, synthetic perfumes, fillers or carrier oils. Cautions Do not use during pregnancy. Non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing; however indivudals prone to sensitive should patch test before using. Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Any person with a history of plant or food allergies should read ingredients before using. For external use only. Do not ingest. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have cancer, have liver issues, or any other serious illness, we strongly suggest you consult a medical professional prior to using this essential oil. Always keep essential oils out of reach of children. Keep this oil tightly closed and in room temperature or cooler spot. Additional Safety Information National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Essential Oil Safety Information from University of Minnesota Read: Essential Oil Safety from Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young