ESS Essential Oil / Marjoram Spanish / 10ml

From the lamiaceae family originating in Spain, the whole plant is strongly aromatic. The properties of Marjoram are now well proven to stimulate, heal, relax and soothe, and the importance of smell on both the body and mind is well known. It is also used for respiratory and digestive complaints.

Botanical Name: Thymus Masticina

Country of Origin: Spain

Part of Plant Used: Dried flowering herb

Method of Extraction: Steam distillation

Properties: Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, decongestant, emmenagogue, expectorant, sedative.

Aroma and Appearance: The oil has a warm, penetrating and slightly eucalyptus type odor.

Safety Data: Avoid while pregnant. May cause skin irritation.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be used for any medical purposes. Data has been gathered from various sources and every effort has been made to be accurate. However, basic information about essential oils varies from source to source and information found here may differ from other original sources.

Ingredients: This essential oil is produced by steam distillation of the flowering tops of Thymus Masticina and consists of terpenes and carvacrol. Terpenes: Any of various unsaturated hydrocarbons, C10H16, found in essential oils and oleoresins of plants such as conifers and used in organic syntheses. Confider: Any of various mostly needle-leaved or scale- leaved, chiefly evergreen, cone-bearing trees or shrubs such as pines, spruces, and firs. Carvacrol: An aromatic phenolic compound, C10H14O, found in plants such as oregano and savory and used in flavorings and fungicides.