Oregano Oil Profile

Origanum vulgare

Oregano Oil Profile

	Oregano General - Oregano is a low bushy perennial up to 2ft high with hairy stem and dark green, oval leaves and small grayish white flowers. Oregano essential oil comes from Spain, and is steamed distilled from the herb. Many plants are loosely classified as oregano. To add to the confusion, some reference books call oregano ‘wild marjoram’, and many recipes suggest that the two herbs, both members of the mint family, are interchangeable. In fact, there are so many varieties of oregano that rather than thinking of oregano as a specific plant, one ought to think of it as a particular flavor.
	Oregano Oil Uses - Oregano essential oil, Origanum vulgare, is a potent oil which is antiseptic and kills parasites, viruses, bacteria and fungus. Inhaled, it is believed to be beneficial for respiratory conditions that are bacterial or viral in nature. It also contains analgesic properties and works as an expectorant. Please note that there is a popular "oregano oil" on the market that is sold in a diluted version. Ours is pure, undiluted oregano and is very potent. Oregano is a good effective sedative. Tests have shown that it is one of the most effective oils to relax brain waves. It is a calm relaxing oil that can ease muscle spasms, stiff joints, coughing, indigestion and menstrual cramps. It has been used as a traditional remedy for digestive upsets, respiratory problems (asthma, bronchitis, coughs, etc.) colds, and flu as well as for inflammations of the mouth and throat. In China it is also used to treat fever, vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice and itchy skin conditions. The (diluted) oil has been used externally in herbal medicine for headaches, rheumatism, general aches and pains, and applied to stings and bites. Used as a fragrance component in soaps, colognes and perfumes, especially men’s fragrances. Oregano is also employed to some extent as a flavoring agent, mainly in meat products and pizzas.
	Oregano oil, Origanum vulgare, blends well with the following essential oils: lavender, rosemary, bergamot, chamomile, cypress, cedarwood, Tea Tree and eucalyptus.
	Oregano Oil Cautions - Strong skin irritant! Not recommended for use during pregnancy. Non toxic, non irritant, non sensitizing.
	Oregano Oil Properties - Analgestic, anaphrodesiac, anti-oxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, cephalic, cordial, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, fungicidal, hypotensive, laxative, nervine, sedative, stomachic, tonic, vasodilator, vulnerary.
	All of our oils are 100% pure and natural, of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides. Although all of our products are of premium quality, our essential oils are not certified organic.
	Oregano Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.