Clove has deep spicy undertones that exude natural warmth and traditionally been used to ease nerve pain
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 a very characteristic scent which is has deep spicy undertones. It is a warming oil and has traditional associations with Christmas.
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.
Skin
Clove oil has traditionally been used to help reduce the sagginess of the skin, preventing fine lines and wrinkles.
Clove Bud Oil helps with skin circulation making it a useful antiageing ingredient.
A 2017 study showed that Clove was an effective antifungal ingredient (link to study), of all essential oils it was the most effective at stopping the growth of a range of fungi.
Clove oil can be useful for foot treatments, due it's natural component Eugenol.
Clove Oil has been found to help with skin itching, a 2018 study found it was more beneficial than petroleum oil.
Mind
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.
Clove Bud oil naturally contains Eugenol (82 - 87%, include approx. 10% Acetyleugenol)
| Criteria | Information |
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Latin Name |
Eugenia caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Oil |
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Inci |
Eugenia caryophyllus |
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Plant Family |
Labiatae |
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Extraction Method |
Clove oil is extracted from the leaves, stem and buds. Clove is extracted through steam distillation. |
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Country of Origin |
Indonesia |
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Purity |
100% Pure Essential Oil, therapeutic grade |
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Natural Constituents |
Eugenol, Isoeugenol |
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Cas No. |
84961-50-2 |
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Einecs No. |
284-638-7 |
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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. |
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IFRA Certificate 49th Amendment |
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Technical Documents |
Please see the Technical Tab below for SDS, Allergens information and IFRA Certificates |
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