Clove oil's application and benefits introduction

What is Clove oil?

Clove Essential Oil comes from the dried, unopened buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree, a member of the Myrtaceae family. Native to the Spice Islands (Maluku) of Indonesia, all parts of the Clove Tree contain essential oil. Different varieties of clove oil can be obtained from the tree's leaves, stems, and buds, but it is most concentrated in the buds, which contain about 14-20% oil by weight when mature. Clove Bud Essential Oil is obtained by a process of steam distillation, in which the aromatic essence of the buds is vaporized and then cooled for collection. This essential oil smells very similar to the raw clove material, with the same spicy sweet and herbaceous signature, although it is much more potent.

Clove essential oil benefits

Clove Essential Oil and its chief chemical constituents have demonstrated antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities in laboratory studies using in vitro human skin disease models. The oil has also demonstrated insecticidal properties and aphrodisiac value in animal models. Clove Bud Essential Oil contains a rich composition of phytochemicals, including sesquiterpenes, monoterpenes, and phenolic compounds, but its three main constituents are eugenol, eugenyl acetate, and beta-caryophyllene.

Used in aromatherapy, the sweet and spicy scent of Clove Bud Essential Oil is known to be stimulating and energizing, to boost focus and enhance concentration, as well as to help maintain clear airways. Used cosmetically, it is known to be cleansing and moisturizing, to help manage acne, and to help skin maintain a radiant, energetic look.

Uses of clove essential oil

1. Clove Bud Essential Oil makes a great addition to purifying and rejuvenating skin formulations. A drop of oil can be added to single-use portions of lotions or creams to help the skin maintain a fresh and invigorated look.

2. In aromatherapy, Clove Bud Essential Oil is known to blend well with other spicy and herbaceous oils including Cinnamon Bark, Nutmeg, Ginger, Citronella, Peppermint, and Rosemary, as well as some fresh citrus oils, such as Lemon, Grapefruit, and Orange.

3. Adding 4 drops of Myrtle Essential Oil to two drops of Clove Bud in an inhalation will help open airways to better manage congestion when dealing with coughs and colds.

4. For a refreshing diffusion, add 8 drops of Grapefruit Essential Oil and 4 drops each of Clove Bud, Bergamot, and Ginger essential oils to an aroma lamp filled with pure water.

5. Add 8-12 drops of the blend to a tablespoon of walnut carrier oil and massage into muscles. For best results, do 5 massages spaced 7 days apart. Allow three months to pass before repeating.