Oregano Essential Oil — Origanum vulgare (Wild Marjoram)
Product Details
| Property | Information |
|---|---|
| INCI Name | Origanum vulgare (Oregano) Oil |
| Synonyms | Origano vulgare L. var essential oil |
| CAS Number | 8007-11-2 |
| SKU Code | |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distilled Essential Oil |
| Parts Used | Flowering tops |
| Origin | Hungary |
| Common Names | Greek Oregano, Wild Marjoram, Common Origanum |
| Appearance | Pale yellow to amber brown liquid |
| Odour Note | Strong, herbal fresh, warm, spicy-peppery, camphor hints; middle-top note |
| Quality | 100% pure, organic, and whole essential oil |
| Active Ingredients | Carvacrol, Monoterpenes |
| Storage | Tightly closed, cool, dry, away from sunlight, children, and pets |
About & Interesting Facts
Family: Related to marjoram and thyme, classic Mediterranean herbs.
Traditional Use: Fresh and dried oregano has flavored and preserved foods since ancient times; prized for kitchen, wellness, and balms.
Oregano essential oil is extremely potent, stimulating, and purifying—a go-to choice in blends targeting infections, immunity, and winter wellness.
Properties & Benefits
Antioxidant (+++): Food preservation, flavoring, and health protection.
Powerful Anti-infectious (+++): Broad-spectrum against bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Antiviral; Immunity Booster (+++): Clears respiratory tract, supports with coughs, colds, flu.
Antiparasitic; Antimicrobial (+++): Fights mycoses, athlete’s foot, skin and mucous infections.
Anti-fungal (+++): Effective against nail fungus, warts, yeast infections.
General Stimulant; Energizing (++): Invigorates mind and body, relieves fatigue.
Expectorant; Asthma Support (++): Eases chest congestion, bronchial tightness, can be included in respiratory blends.
Anti-inflammatory & Analgesic (++): Relieves muscle aches and joint pain, for use in diluted compresses.
Natural Cleaning: Powerful antibacterial for sprays and home cleansers.
Culinary Use: Aromatizes oils and vinaigrettes in minute, edible-certified amounts.
How to Use Oregano Essential Oil
Effectiveness key:
+++ Excellent | ++ Suitable | + Tolerable | -- Avoid
Aromatherapy & Diffusion
Diffuse 2–3 drops (always with other oils like lemon, rosemary, or eucalyptus) during winter for air purification and immunity.
Never diffuse neat; always blend for pleasant aroma.
For sinus/respiratory support: Add 1 drop oregano + 3 lemon + 3 eucalyptus citriodora to your diffuser.
Topical Use (Always Dilute!)
| Application | Dilution | Suitability |
|---|---|---|
| Massage | 1–3 drops per 10ml carrier | ++ |
| Compress | Add to compress for chest or sinuses | ++ |
| Face/Spot Care | 1 drop oregano per 18 drops carrier; apply with cotton bud | ++ |
| Skin infections | 1 drop oregano per 9 drops carrier, applied locally | ++ |
Patch test before use!
DO NOT use on sensitive or broken skin.
Home Use
Cleaning sprays, mop water, deodorants: Only a few drops per batch needed for powerful antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial support.
Culinary Use
Culinary certified-grade only; 1 drop to 20ml base oil, always diluted and blended for flavoring.
Recipe Inspirations
Aromatic Salad Oil: 1 drop oregano EO in 20ml olive oil with lemon, basil, thyme. Infuse, then drizzle on bread or croutons.
Sanitizing Spray: Combine with palmarosa, ravintsara, eucalyptus, cypress for full-spectrum home cleaning.
Massage Blend: 1 drop oregano in 9 drops carrier oil applied to torso, neck, solar plexus; or 1 drop to 18 drops for spot treatment.
Diffuser Mix: 1 drop oregano, 3 drops lemon, 3 drops eucalyptus for air purification and winter defense.
Blending Suggestions
Pairs well with:
Thyme, Basil, Lemon, Orange, Black Pepper, Ginger, Palmarosa, Ravintsara, Eucalyptus, Cypress
Safety & Precautions
Dermo-caustic: May irritate or burn skin—NEVER use undiluted.
Always dilute well: Use in very low concentrations and for limited periods (max 1–3 weeks).
No use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or in infants/children.
External use only: Do not ingest unless under professional supervision and with edible-certified oils.
Patch test first: Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and sensitive skin.
Store safely: Cool, dry, and dark—out of children’s and pets’ reach.
For full guidelines:
✅ Oregano Essential Oil is a classic herbal powerhouse for robust immunity, intense purification, and invigorating body and home care—always respect its strength and only use well diluted, for safe and effective natural wellness.