Oregano Essential Oil

Description

Oregano Essential Oil (Origanum vulgare)

Oregano essential oil is intensely herbal and pungent, with the unmistakable aroma of Mediterranean hillsides. It is a very powerful oil that needs a light hand and careful dilution.

Available in 10ml and 30ml sizes. Choose 10ml to try it or 30ml for regular use.

At a glance

Botanical name	Origanum vulgare
Aroma	Hot, spicy, herbal and pungent
Perfumery note	Middle note
Sizes	10ml and 30ml
Use	Aromatic use, or diluted on the skin to 0.5% or less

Ways to enjoy it

• A tiny drop in a household cleaning spray blend.
• A bold herbal note for rugged, aromatic accords.
• A strong accent for a robust herbal diffuser blend.

How to use

• Diffuser: add 1 drop to an ultrasonic diffuser in a well-ventilated room, in sessions of 30 to 60 minutes.
• Inhalation: put 1 drop on a tissue and breathe in slowly. Keep the tissue away from your skin and eyes.
• On the skin: always dilute. Mix 1 drop into 10ml of a carrier oil such as sweet almond or jojoba (about 0.5%). Never exceed 0.5%. Patch test first.

Important safety information

• May cause an allergic skin reaction. Never apply undiluted, keep skin use to 0.5% or less and patch test first. Avoid the eyes and broken or sensitive skin.
• Very strong skin irritant. Never apply undiluted. Keep skin use to 0.5% or less and patch test first. Avoid the face, mucous membranes and sensitive skin.
• Oregano oil can be seriously harmful if swallowed.
• For external and aromatic use only. Do not swallow.
• Keep out of reach of children, and do not use on or near the face of babies or young children.
• Oregano oil is harmful to pets, especially cats and dogs.
• Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and speak to a healthcare professional if you have a medical condition or take medication.
• Essential oils are not medicines and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition.

Read more in our essential oil safety guide.

Frequently asked questions

Can I put oregano essential oil on my skin?
Only when diluted, to no more than 0.5%. Patch test first and avoid the eyes and broken skin.

What does oregano blend well with?
It pairs well with Rosemary, Thyme, Lemon and Eucalyptus.

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