Oregano Essential Oil

Oregano Essential Oil

Botanical name: Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum

Oregano Essential Oil is steam distilled from the flowering aerial parts of Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum, an aromatic herb native to the Mediterranean region. The plant has been valued for centuries both as a culinary herb and for its traditional aromatic uses.

The name oregano comes from the Greek words oros (mountain) and ganos (joy), often translated as “joy of the mountains”. According to Greek mythology, the herb was created by Aphrodite as a symbol of happiness and wellbeing.

This particular oregano essential oil originates from Greece and is produced by steam distillation. It is naturally rich in carvacrol, giving the oil its powerful herbaceous aroma and exceptionally strong aromatic character.

Aromatic profile

• Strong herbaceous aroma
• Warm spicy character
• Sharp medicinal freshness
• Dry phenolic finish

How Oregano essential oil is traditionally used

Oregano Essential Oil is traditionally used in diffuser blends during the colder months and in heavily diluted massage oils where only very small quantities are required. Its bold aroma is often selected to create cleansing, invigorating, and stimulating aromatic blends.

Blends well with

Bergamot, cedarwood, chamomile, cypress, eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary, tea tree, thyme, lemon, and sweet orange.

Extraction method

Steam distilled from the flowering aerial parts.

Plant origin

Greece.

Good to know

• This oil contains a naturally high level of carvacrol, giving it exceptional aromatic strength.
• Only very small amounts are normally required in blends.
• Its powerful herbaceous aroma can easily dominate other essential oils.
• Often used in seasonal diffuser blends and cleansing aromatic preparations.

Safety

Oregano Essential Oil is a strong skin and mucous membrane irritant and should always be used at very low dilution levels. Avoid applying neat to the skin. Not recommended during pregnancy. Avoid contact with the eyes and sensitive areas, and perform a patch test before topical use.