Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil
Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil has a warm, herbaceous aroma with spicy, peppery notes and a soft camphoraceous finish. The scent is comforting and rounded, with a gentle warmth that suits grounding and restorative aromatic blends.
Product Details
Bottled in the UK for freshness and traceability.
100% pure natural essential oil with no fillers, synthetics or additives.
Ethically sourced and cruelty free.
Vegan friendly.
Supplied in high quality amber glass bottles to help protect the oil.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Origanum majorana
Plant Part Used: Flowering tops
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Aroma: Warm herbaceous with spicy, peppery and lightly camphoraceous notes
Shelf Life: Once opened, store in a cool, dark place and use within 12 months for best quality.
Aroma Profile
Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil is known for its soft yet warming herbal character. It opens with fresh green herbal notes, develops into a spicy, peppery middle and settles into a gentle camphoraceous base.
Top notes: Fresh herbaceous
Middle notes: Spicy, peppery
Base notes: Warm, lightly camphoraceous
Scent Family
Herbal
Spicy
Fresh
How to Use Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil
There are several ways to enjoy Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil as part of everyday aromatic routines.
Diffusion
Add a few drops of Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil to water in your diffuser to gently disperse its warm, herbaceous aroma into the room.
Topical Use
Always dilute Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil with a suitable carrier oil before applying to the skin. A typical dilution rate is 1 to 2%, which is around 1 to 2 drops per 10 ml of carrier oil. Carry out a patch test before use.
Bathing
Add a small amount of properly diluted Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil to warm bath water to create a light aromatic atmosphere.
Massage
Blend Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil with a carrier oil at an appropriate dilution and use as part of a massage routine.
How to Dilute Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil
General use usually requires a 1 to 2% dilution. For every 30 ml of carrier oil, add approximately 6 to 12 drops of Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil and mix well in a dark glass container.
For facial use or sensitive skin, a gentler dilution of 0.5 to 1% is recommended. Always carry out a patch test before broader application, and avoid stronger concentrations unless advised by a qualified professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the origin or history of this essential oil
Sweet marjoram has been valued for its aroma since ancient times, particularly in Mediterranean regions where it was used in perfumery and aromatic preparations.
How is the oil produced
The oil is produced by steam distillation of the flowering tops of Origanum majorana.
What does this essential oil smell like
It smells warm and herbaceous with spicy, peppery notes and a soft camphoraceous undertone.
Which oils blend well with it
Sweet marjoram blends well with floral, citrus and woody oils such as lavender, bergamot, sweet orange and cedarwood.
How should the oil be stored
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the bottle tightly closed.
How is it best used
It is commonly used in diffusion, massage blends, bathing and other external aromatic applications.
Is it safe for children or pets
Extra caution is advised. Use only in very low dilutions and avoid use around pets unless guidance is provided by a qualified professional.
Precautions
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before topical use.
Avoid use during pregnancy.
Keep away from children.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Carry out a patch test before use.
Keep away from eyes.
Natural Variation Notice: This essential oil is 100% pure and natural. Variations in colour, viscosity or aroma may occur between batches and do not affect quality.
Disclaimer: Individual experiences may vary. Seek professional advice if unsure before use.
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