Marjoram oil, derived from the aromatic Marjoram plant, boasts grayish-green foliage adorned with shell-shaped bracts and delicate white flowers clustered in short spikes along its hairy stems. Originating from the Eastern Mediterranean, particularly prominent in Egypt, this herb is cherished for its culinary and medicinal properties. The oil extraction process captures the essence of this herb's rich history and versatile applications, making it a prized addition to aromatherapy, cooking, and herbal remedies.
Extraction of Marjoram oil Marjoram oil is basically extracted from the top of the flowering head and the dried leaves. The oil obtained is warm, spicy, and yellow in color.
Properties of Marjoram oil The purest form of the Marjoram Oil when extracted has a color of pale yellow to greenish-yellow. It has a fresh, aromatic, herbal and spicy odor. The oil has thick inconsistency.
Main Constituents : Terpinen-4-ol, trans-sabinene hydrate, terpinene
Other Constituents : Linalool, linalyl acetate, terpineol, Tran- and cis-carveol, thymol, anethole, geraniol, and carvacrol
This oil of medieval time has the following uses:-
There are immense benefits of this specific oil as given under:
Primary Benefits
Diffusion:Use three to four drops in the diffuser
Topical use:
Sweet marjoram oil has an herbaceous, warm, spicy aroma with a middle fragrance note. It is diffused, inhaled, or used topically for promotion.It is a member of the mint & oregano family. Its flavor is similar to oregano.It is used for coughs, gall bladder complaints, stomach cramps, and digestive disorders, depression, dizziness, migraines, nervous headaches, nerve pain, paralysis, coughs & runny nose.It has antimicrobial properties. It used or treating fungal infections & for treating the overgrowth of gut bacteria.It is the best remedy for insomnia; diffuse it for the powerful effect.Marjoram oil is native to India & belongs to Labiatae (Lamiaceae). It is used in Beauty, Food, Aromatherapy, Nutraceutical, Beverage, Sports Nutrition, Health & Wellness, Pet Nutrition, and Vitamins & Supplements. AG Organica is the leading manufacturer & supplier of Marjoram Oil. It has extreme shelf-life stability. It is repellent to high temperatures.
List of Technical Documents
Botanical Name | : | Origanum marjorana or Origanum hortensis |
Parts Used | : | Leaves and Flowers/Buds |
Color & Odor | : | Clear to Faint Yellow @ 22°C with Characteristic spicy odor |
Methods of Extraction | : | Steam distillation |
Constituents | : | Terpinen-4-ol, trans-sabinene hydrate, γ-terpinene |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.887@ 25°C |
Flash Point | : | >51°C |
Optical Rotation | : | -5.0º to +10º@20ºC |
Refractive Index | : | 1.471@ 20°C |
Density | : | 0.909 g/mL at 25 °C |
Shelf Life | : | Two years |
Solubility | : | Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils |
Lara
This is a great oil to use while you're detoxing you can put it in the water and give yourself a nice glass of water and sweat out any toxins that you have in your body. It gives off a very earthy smell but paired with Cypress and lavender it will help you feel more relaxed and calm right before going to bed.
Aditya
It is 100% pure essential oil and not diluted with a carrier oil. It is exactly what I wanted because I prefer to mix essential oils with a carrier oil of choice.