ESSENTIAL OIL
Oregano is a plant related to marjoram, but its virtues are different. It grows mainly in the Mediterranean region.
Oregano essential oil is presented in many books as a natural antibiotic: It has a broad spectrum (i.e. it acts on many germs), but unlike conventional antibiotics, it leaves the "good" bacteria that the body needs in place and respects the skin and intestinal flora.
Oregano essential oil is known for its many properties: antibacterial, fungicidal, antiparasitic, antiviral, immunostimulant, antidepressant, tonic and generally stimulating. It is the most antiseptic of all essential oils!
It is used to decongest the respiratory tract and ease digestion, to fight certain skin problems such as herpes, shingles, to fight many digestive, urinary or gynaecological infections.
This oil should be used with caution. (See precautions for use).
EFFECTS
Breathe better
- Decongestant
- Antiviral: works against flu
- Antifungal
- Antibacterial
- Antiseptic
- Anti-infectious
- Acts against angina, sinusitis, bronchitis
Improves digestion
Facilitates digestion
- Antiviral
- Antifungal
- Antibacterial
- Antiseptic
- Anti-infectious
Intimacy
- Antiviral
- Antifungal
- Antibacterial
- Antiseptic
- Anti-infectious
Skin
- Antiviral
- Antifungal: acts against fungal infections
- Antibacterial
- Antiseptic
- Anti-infectious
- Antiparasitic
- Acts against herpes and shingles
Sleep and energy
- Toning
- Sexual stimulation
- Mental and physical stimulation
- Stimulates appetite
Improves resistance
- Helps stimulate the immune system
Household products
- Can be added to household products as an antiseptic
Synergy with the following oils: Geranium, Ylang Ylang, Lemon, Tea Tree, Cypress, Palmarosa, Lavender
USAGE
Recommended dosage (according to current European regulations):
- Cooking: 1 to 2 drops per 2 kg or per 2 litres of preparation.
- Dilute with a vegetable oil
Examples of use:
Care
- 2 drops in 20ml of vegetable oil for massage against fungal diseases
Inhalation
- 5 drops in a bowl of warm water for colds and flu
- 2 drops on a tissue for breathing to increase appetite
Massage
- Always dilute oregano essential oil significantly in vegetable oil as it can be irritating, test before use
PRECAUTIONS
- Photosensitising essential oil: do not expose yourself to the sun after use.
- Wash hands before and after using essential oils.
- Do not use on pregnant women during the first 3 months of pregnancy.
- Breastfeeding women: Ask your doctor for advice.
- Must not be used on babies and children under 7 years of age.
- Keep essential oil bottles away from children.