Product description

100% Clove essential oil is one of the strongest antioxidants of all essential oils. Due to its exceptional antioxidant abilities and effects, clove essential oil is considered an excellent ingredient for health and longevity. The oil was first used as a remedy for bad breath. At present, whole and ground cloves are used mainly for culinary purposes including for the production of curry sauces. Indonesia is one of the largest consumers of cloves, mostly for the production of cigarette butts.

EFFECTS

analgesic

antibiotic

antirheumatic

antioxidant

carminative

stimulant

antihistamine

digestive stimulant

mental tonic

generates warmth

useful for colds and flu

anti-inflammatory

pain blocking

regenerative

antifungal

detoxifying

AROMATHERAPY DETAILS

Clove essential oil blends well with bergamot, cardamom, cinnamon, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, nutmeg, orange, peppermint and Ylang Ylang essential oils. A strong mental tonic that can help ward off drowsiness is prepared by mixing with peppermint.

SAFETY

Clove essential oil has been declared a skin irritant. For topical use, be careful to dilute it with a suitable carrier oil. Always test a small amount of essential oil  before use for sensitivity or allergic reactions.

Consultation with a doctor is recommended during pregnancy and lactation. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN; high doses of clove oil can be fatal, especially in young children.

It can act as a blood thinner and should be avoided if you are taking blood thinners such as coumarin or warfarin.

Use

Inhalation

direct inhalation, diffuser, aroma lamp

Body

massage, compress, ointment

Dilute to 1% or less in a carrier oil as Clove can irritate the skin. Great for massaging sore joints. A drop or two of Clove oil on a cotton swab can be applied directly to aching teeth and gums to relieve pain.

Ingredients

Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil.

Country of Origin

Indonesia.