CLOVE HAS DEEP SPICY UNDERTONES THAT EXUDE NATURAL WARMTH AND TRADITIONALLY BEEN USED TO EASE NERVE PAIN. 

CLOVE BUD ESSENTIAL OIL

Clove is a native of Indonesia and the oil comes from the evergreen plant which grows to around 30 feet (10 meters) tall. The plant has bright green leaves and rosey flower buds which turn upon drying to a deep red/brown. The buds are acquired from the tree by beating it.

Clove has disinfecting properties and is associated with relieving pain. You will find Clove commercially used in toothpaste and in tooth ache remedies. Clove is also used in rheumatism and arthritis blends for its warming effect. In massage it is traditionally used on patients with to helps the digestive system.

Traditional skin use: acne, bruises

Traditional emotional use: warming

Traditional physical properties: aches, pains, rheumatism, pain relief, respiratory system

CHARACTERISTICS

Clove has a very characteristic scent which is has deep spicy undertones. It is a warming oil and has traditional associations with Christmas.

OILS TO BLEND WITH

Clove blends well with other spicy oils as well as citrus oils. Clove is typically used with Basil, Cinnamon, Orange, Benzoin, Clary Sage, Ginger, Sandalwood and Lemon.

LATIN NAME

Eugenia caryaphyllata

PLANT FAMILY

Labiatae

EXTRACTION METHOD

Clove oil is extracted from the leaves, stem and buds. Clove is extracted through steam distillation.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

Indonesia

CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS

Eugenol, Isoeugenol

PRECAUTIONS

As with all essential oils we do not recommend the use during pregnancy.

Can cause irritation to the skin in medium doses, so always use in a low dose and test on a small area.