Product Spotlight: Marjoram Oil

Marjoram Oil Product Description
Marjoram can be used topically and aromatically for its calming properties. It also has a positive effect on the nervous system.* The aroma of Marjoram oil is warm, herbaceous, and woody and helps promote a calming atmosphere. 

Where to Buy Marjoram Oil
To buy a pure bottle of Marjoram, visit the Marjoram essential oil product page. 

Essential oils are powerful and effective when they are pure. Without purity, the uses and benefits of essential oils diminish and the oils are less effective. In order to ensure effective and pure oils, doTERRA places each batch of their essential oils through the CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade^® protocol. This protocol contains a variety of strict tests that assess the purity of each batch of oils. If an oil is found pure, it is then sold so that people around the world can experience the powerful and life-enhancing effects of pure essential oils.  

Marjoram Oil Uses and Benefits

1. While working on long, intense projects, apply Marjoram essential oil to the back of the neck to lessen feelings of stress. Marjarom oil contains calming properties that help relax emotions during stressful moments. Applying Marjoram essential oil topically can help provide the calming feelings you need to get through difficult or strenuous tasks. 
    
2. Marjoram oil may promote a healthy cardiovascular system, helping to give your body essential strength that it may need.
    
3. If “Rock-a-bye Baby” doesn’t seem to be lulling your child to sleep, don’t worry; just use some Marjoram oil. Prior to a nap, apply Marjoram essential oil to a fussy child’s feet. The calming properties of Marjoram oil will help soothe the child, helping him or her to rest easily and peacefully.
    
4. To bring relief to your muscles, apply Marjoram essential oil to the desired areas of your skin before and after exercising. Marjoram is also a perfect oil to add to a soothing massage blend for targeting tired and stressed muscles. 

Fun Fact 
In Germany, the marjoram herb is known as the “Goose Herb” for its traditional use in roasting geese.

Plant Description 
The marjoram plant, Origanum majorana, is an herbaceous perennial that is a member of the Lamiaceae family. This plant can grow to be one to two feet in height and can spread an equal distance. This plant is busy with fragrant, ovate leaves that are gray-green in color. Tiny, tubular flowers that are white or pale pink bloom in clusters on this plant.¹ doTERRA Marjoram essential oil is extracted from the leaves of the plant. 

Chemistry of Marjoram Oil
Main Chemical Components: Terpinen-4-ol, sabinene hydrate, γ-terpinene

The main chemical component of Marjoram essential oil is Terpinen-4-ol. Terpinen-4-ol has a monoterpene backbone and is part of the alcohols functional group. Terpinene-4-ol contains toning properties that contribute to the overall toning properties of Marjoram essential oil.  

Oils that Blend Well with Marjoram oil
Marjoram oil blends well with Bergamot, Cypress, Lavender, and Rosemary essential oils when diffused. 

Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.