Oregano Essential Oils

Oregano is the common name used to describe many different species, many from different plant families, several of which yield a therapeutically valuable oil. Origanum vulgare is perhaps the best known however Lippa graveolens (Mexican Oregano) and Coridothymus capitatus (Spanish Oregano) also have the characteristic camphoraceous odour and strong antibacterial properties.

• Oregano can be diffused to support the respiratory and immune systems where it blends well with Thyme, Spike Lavender and Rosemary.
• Oregano is generally not advised in aromatherapy massage because of its strong phenol content which is likely to cause skin irritation.