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Essential Oils

CLOVE (EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLATA)

		Introduction
		Safety Precuations
		Chamomile, Roman
		Frakincense
		Ylang Ylang
		Cedarwood
		Neroli-Orange-Blossom
		Orange
		Bergamot
		Petitgrain
		Lemon
		Grapefruit
		Myrrh
		Cypress
		Eucalyptus
		Clove
		Fennel
		Jasmine
		Juniper
		Lavender
		Tea Tree
		Cajeput
		Melissa/Lemon Balm
		Peppermint
		Basil
		Marjoram
		Geranium
		Pine
		Black Pepper
		Patchouli
		Rose
		Rosemary
		Clary Sage
		Sandalwood
		Vetiver
		Ginger
		Blending Oils
		Extraction Methods
		Application Methods

Effects: Warming.

Aroma: : Base/middle note.

This is a small evergreen tree which grows in the West Indies and Madagascar. Cloves are commonly used in cooking and dental preparations.

Properties:

Antiseptic
Analgesic.
Antispasmodic.
Disinfectant.
Insectiside.
Expectorant.
Stimulant.

Contra-indications:
Clove is a very potent oil and should be used with great care. Used for massage it could cause skin irritation. Only use in very low dilutions less than 1%.

Extraction:
Steam distillation from both the stalks and stems.

Uses:

Toothache.
Muscular and nerve tension.
Infected wounds.
Indigestion.

Clove also relieves respiratory conditions and has been used to treat bronchitis, laryngitis, and colds.

It is an excellent room disinfectant and insect repellent.

Clove is also used in natural toothpastes.

Scent: Sweet, spicy and fresh.

Combines with:

Lavender.
Orange.
Bergamot.
Ylang-Ylang.