Marjoram

Used for Stress relief, aiding sleep, quelling sexual desire, coughs, asthma, lowering blood pressure, soothing aches and pains and painful periods.

I like this oil because it is so versatile, it is a brilliant alternative to Lavender for those who don't like the aroma of Lavender.

This is a warming oil for mind and body.  If you are an emotional person this oil can calm the emotional response.  Helpful if you suffer from grief, depression or are feeling anxious.  If you find that your partner is more passionate than you this oil will act as the opposite of an aphrodisiac.

If you are suffering from the symptoms of coughs and colds this can be used as a steam inhalation.  It will help clear the head if you are suffering from sinusitis or a build up of catarrh and is also good for asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory difficulties.  A few drops in a vegetable carrier oil can be massaged into the throat and chest to soothe tickly coughs as it is a warming analgesic with a mild sedative effect.

This sedative effect makes it a good oil for anyone suffering from insomnia and as it has quite a masculine smell it is more popular with men.  Use this oil if your mind is racing and you can't switch off, and keep thinking about things you have to do.  A nice mix to aid a peaceful nights sleep is 2-3 drops of marjoram and lavender in an oil burner, or mix 2 drops in a tablespoon of carrier oil and use it as a massage oil.

Marjoram has good pain relieving properties especially for indigestion, constipation, flatulence and stomach cramps.  If you suffer from constipation put 2 drops of marjoram into 5ml of vegetable oil and gently massage it onto the abdomen in a clockwise direction.

Use Marjoram on a hot compress for uncomfortable menstrual pains, it can also help to regulate irregular periods.

Marjoram is a good oil for people suffering from high blood pressure as it dilates the arteries thereby reducing the strain on the heart.  It is also good for massaging into muscles after physical exertion.  If you suffer from arthritis and rheumatism it is a good oil to use to relieve coldness and stiffness.

Not suitable for use during pregnancy.