Clove has deep spicy undertones that exude warm and traditionally used to ease pain
The Origins Of 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.
Extraction
Clove oil is extracted from the leaves, stem and buds. Clove is extracted through steam distillation.
INCI
Eugenia caryaphyllata
Aromatherapy Uses
Basil Essential oil is reputed to stimulate, clarify, calm, fortify, energise and uplift the mind. It is traditionally used to help rid areas of odour causing bacteria. Often used for headaches.
Skin Uses
In 2017 researchers tested Clove Oil to see whether when it was applied to the skin it would relieve itching. The study found that, compared to petroleum oil, clove oil significantly relieved itching.
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28382655)
Hair Uses
Clove Bud works well in hair products due to its antimicrobal and antibacterial properties. Studies (documented below), show Clove Buds effects in regard to beng antimicrobial, antifungal and on candida.
https://www.pharmacy.mahidol.ac.th/journal/_files/2012-39-2_28-36.pdf
Therapeutic Properties
Clove Bud has often been used for it's pain relief properties, commonly known for its effectiveness of dealing with the pain arriving from a toothache.
Clove Bud Blends well 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
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.
Understanding Oil Extraction Methods
What is Steam Distillation?
Steam Distillation is the most popular method of distillation of Essential oil. High pressure hot steam is passed through the plant material. The volatile compounds of the plant material are transferred to the steam and pass through a coil where they are cooled.
On cooling, the oil being lighter than water will separate from the water where it is possible to syphon off.
The remaining water becomes the floral water / hydrolat of the plant material.
What is Expression?
This is just like the process of peeling a citrus fruit. Effectively it is the cold processing of the fruit to extract the essential oil.
Primarily this technique is used on Citrus Essential Oils where the heat of steam would destroy the scent and properties.
Mechanical pressure is applied to the fruit and the resulting oil is the essential oi.
What is an Absolute?
Absolutes require solvent extraction in order to extract them.
Some plants are very difficult to extract the essential oil, either to produce a quality product or to obtain a yield which is economical. Examples of oils which are normally obtained by Solvent extraction are Vanilla, Jasmine and Rose.
Normally Organic ethanol is used to steep the flowers and then evaporated to leave just the concentrated absolute of the plant.
Important Information
Naturallythinking Essential oils are for external use only. We do not sell aromatherapy oils / products for internal use. The information contained on these pages is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Aromatherapy should not be used by those who are pregnant or under the supervision of a medical practitioner / doctor without consultation with the medical practitioner / doctor. If you have a medical condition or any worries, always consult with a doctor / medical practitioner first.