Oregano: Origanum vulgare (L.)
Why oregano? Aphrodite is said to have created the scent of oregano as a symbol of happiness. We can see why. Oregano aromatherapy essential oil’s sweet and spicy aroma and flavor is famed in Mediterranean cuisine. And the path to happiness is through the stomach, right? While oregano is not commonly used in perfumery, the essential oil does makes a wonderful addition to blends that support healthy and radiant skin.
Quality Assured: Our certified organic oregano essential oil is responsibly grown on an organic farm in Hungary. The essential oil is steam distilled from fresh, partly dried, above-ground parts of the herb. Our certified organic oregano essential oil contains 63% Carvacrol content. Every batch of oil is Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth and produced without the use of genetic engineering, artificial fertilizers, or pesticides. Additionally, our expert aromatherapists here at the Apothecary Shoppe personally assess all of our oils—using touch, taste, smell, and lab analyses—to ensure that your essential oil is suitable for use and entirely free of adulterants.
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Benefits: Oregano essential oil can be used in DIY personal care blends to support healthy and glowing skin. Be sure to use at a very low dilution.
Regulatory Status: Oregano essential oil is listed on the FDA Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) list.
Oils That Blend Well With Oregano: Oregano oil is not typically used in perfumery.
Formulas:
HEALTHY SKIN STEAM
Ravensara Ravensara aromatic essential oil: 20 drops
Niaouli Melaleuca quinquenervia essential oil: 10 drops
Oregano Origanum vulgare essential oil: 10 drops
Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis essential oil: 10 drops
Blend the oils and add 20 to 40 drops into a stainless or glass bowl of boiling water. Place your head over aromatic steam, cover your head with a towel, and allow your skin to soak in the aromatic steam for five minutes or longer, two times a day.
