Marjoram (Origanum marjorana)

Marjoram oil induces a calming, relaxing and sedative effect on both the mind and body while relieving nervous stress and anxiety.

As an analgesic, marjoram oil reduces the pain associated with colds, fevers, inflammation, overexertion of muscles, toothaches and headaches. 

It has a general warming effect on the body’s systems, and it improves circulation to increase blood flow. This property helps in relieving the pain of arthritis and rheumatism.

Emotionally it is thought to have a connection with the heart center and helps alliviate feelings of anger or sadness.

This quality can be helpful to comfort people who suffered some sort of shock or trauma in life. Marjoram is used to promote restful sleep adding it to a bath at night helps to soothe and relax body and mind after a stress filled day.