Sweet marjoram (Origanum majorana) is slightly spicy, herbal, and camphorous in its aroma, and very warming in nature when applied diluted to the skin. According to Robbi Zeck, author of The Blossoming Heart, “Marjoram’s warm herbal aroma will strengthen your nervous system, rebuild your reserve, fortify your spirit and reduce obsessive thinking” [1]. Therapeutic Benefits Marjoram has analgesic, antispasmodic, and antifungal properties; therefore, it has a wide range of therapeutic benefits. According to author Valerie Worwood, some of marjoram’s possible therapeutic benefits include: Provides relaxation to the muscles, helpful for abdominal discomfort from various causes, menstrual discomfort and menopausal symptoms, headaches, as well as calming to the nervous system in cases of stress and worry [2]. Sweet marjoram is a safe essential oil for children, bringing gentle relief to growing pains and other aches and pains of growing up, albeit too quickly at times. Madeleine Kerkhof stated in her book Complementary Nursing in End of Life Care, that sweet marjoram is helpful to settle bronchial coughs and spasms, and other various respiratory illnesses [3]. School aged children often have to combat these issues, and marjoram can provide effective yet gentle support. Try Marjoram Today Therapeutic Blends Sweet marjoram has a beautiful synergy with a number of different essential oils. We think it blends particularly well with Cedarwood (Cedrus Atlantica), Chamomile Roman (Chamaemelum nobile), Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), Sweet orange (Citrus sinensis), and Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) essential oils. We at Barefut simply love this essential oil, and want to help show you some ways in which you can use it safely. Abdominal Discomfort Sweet marjoram, combined with peppermint, applied to the abdomen and/or inhaled is beneficial for calming abdominal pain and spasms. If this is a regular occurrence for you or someone in your household, combine the following: 1-ounce carrier oil of your choice Sweet marjoram (Origanum majorana) 5 drops Peppermint (Mentha piperita) 4 drops https://www.instagram.com/p/CJj2voOh78K/?igshid=12mlsvixey28