Oregano has an extremely powerful scent. The oil is steam distilled from the leaves and flowers. It has a spicy, herby, pungent fragrance which is highly invigorating.

This oil is to be treated with the utmost respect. ALWAYS dilute it. When taken internally the dose should be limited to 2 drops or less. (Our Oregano is "Generally Regarded As Safe" for internal use by the FDA) Apply the oil to the skin in diluted form - it's truly potent and best restricted to treating something specific.

Oregano is:

powerful antiseptic
antifungal
antiviral
antiparasitic
immune stimulant
antibacterial
anti-inflammatory
antioxidant
anaesthetic
antitussive
antispasmodic
mucolytic
antimicrobial
anti-venom

Traditionally used in treating:

colds
flu
measles
warts
cold sores
chicken pox
boils
itchy skin
allergic rash
athlete's foot
nail fungus
ingrown toenail
sprains
toothache
sinusitis
asthma
bronchitis
rheumatism
impetigo
cuts and scrapes
insect bites
pulmonary tuberculosis

This oil blends very well with geranium, basil, fennel, lemongrass, myrtle, pine, thyme and rosemary.

For eczema:

5ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 drops Oregano Oil

Rub into the eczema affected skin three times daily.

For the bathroom:

Add several drops of oregano to a spray bottle of water. Shake the bottle before each use and spray the surfaces of the shower walls, toilet, bath, tiles etc - mildew will be sent packing.

It's that cold and flu season again. Many of us are going to be healthy - thanks to our oils. Diffuse these blends in your home to kill airborne germs and bacteria. (We discussed the diffuser last month.)

If you do manage to get sick - or if you know someone who is sick - this blend can be used in some steam vaporizers (check your model). Also add it to a hot bath and/or bath gel.