Savory (Winter) (Satureja montana) is a herbaceous essential oil with a hot, herbal aroma and a heart note. Steam distillation from leaf, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Thyme (Linalool), Rosemary (Camphor ct.), Tea Tree. For topical use, keep dilution at or below 0.5%.
Savory (Winter) (Satureja montana) is a herbaceous essential oil, steam-distilled from the leaf, produced in France and Spain. Its aroma is hot, herbal, sitting as a heart note in a blend. It's commonly paired with Thyme (Linalool), Rosemary (Cineole), Tea Tree, Lavender. Keep topical use at or below 0.5%. It is noted for phenol, skin sensitizing, dermal irritant. Always patch-test first.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Heart |
| Aroma family | Herbaceous |
| Chemical family | Phenol |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | leaf |
| Origin | France, Spain, Turkey |
| Blending factor | 1 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 12.0 |
| CAS number | 8016-68-0 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 0.5% |
| Max facial dilution | 0.25% |
| Pregnancy | Not recommended |
| Nursing | Not recommended |
| Children | Not recommended for young children |
| Cats | Not recommended |
| Dogs | Not recommended |
Safety flags
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
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Blends well with
Frequently asked questions
What does Savory (Winter) smell like?
Savory (Winter) has a hot, herbal aroma, classed as a herbaceous oil with a heart note.
What is the safe dilution for Savory (Winter)?
For topical use, keep Savory (Winter) at or below 0.5%, and 0.25% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Savory (Winter) safe to use during pregnancy?
Savory (Winter) carries a pregnancy caution in our dataset and is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before any use.
Is Savory (Winter) safe to use around children?
Savory (Winter) is not recommended for young children. Consult a professional before use.
Is Savory (Winter) safe around pets?
For cats — avoid; not considered safe; dogs — avoid; not considered safe. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Savory (Winter) blend well with?
Savory (Winter) pairs well with Thyme (Linalool), Rosemary (Camphor ct.), Tea Tree, Lavender, Lemon (Cold Pressed).