Cloves
Description
Extracted from Indonesian flower buds using steam distillation , Clove essential oil reveals a warm , spicy signature reminiscent of Asian markets. When diffused briefly, it creates a calming and comforting atmosphere . In wellness massage, it is used in very small concentrations to provide a feeling of invigoration and warmth . Rich in eugenol , it is potent and requires strict dilution , making it a technical essence, ideal for targeted and controlled rituals.
✨ Highlights
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✅ 100% pure, aromatic quality
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🌱 Botany: Eugenia caryophyllata / Syzygium aromaticum
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🌼 Part: Flower buds
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🔬 Process: steam distillation
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👃 Smell: spicy, warm, characteristic
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🎨 Appearance: pale yellow to brown liquid (depending on batch)
💚 Traditional Benefits
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🌬️ Respiratory atmosphere through olfaction
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🔄 Circulatory tonic for use in a very diluted wellness massage
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🛡️ Air purifying (measured diffusion)
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💪 Stimulating and comforting during times of fatigue
*Wellness/olfactory and cosmetic uses, without medical claims.
💡 Usage ideas
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🌫️ Short diffusion : 2–3 drops, 10–15 min, alone or in synergy (sweet orange, cinnamon leaf, cardamom).
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🤲 Warming massage oil : max ~0.5% (≈ 5 drops / 50 mL of vegetable oil) due to eugenol.
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🕯️ Potpourri/pebble : 1–2 drops for a warm, spicy note.
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🧴 Occasional cosmetic use : only in very small doses and always well diluted.
⚠️ Important advice & precautions
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Irritating/dermocaustic oil (rich in eugenol ) → always dilute heavily ; avoid face/mucous membranes.
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Not recommended : pregnancy/breastfeeding, children under 12 years old.
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Avoid in case of anticoagulants , coagulation disorders, recent surgery, mouth ulcers.
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24-hour skin test at the bend of the elbow.
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For external/olfactory use only. Store away from heat and light.
📘 Technical specifications
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Name : Clove essential oil (Indonesia)
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Latin name : Eugenia caryophyllata / Syzygium aromaticum
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Dominant chemotype : Eugenol (profile varies depending on the batch)
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Family : Myrtaceae
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Method : Steam distillation – flower buds
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Color : pale yellow → brown
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INCI : Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil