Clove Oil, Purity : 99 %

Description-

Clove Oil is an essential oil obtained from clove plant i.e. Syzygium aromaticum, belongs to Myrtaceae family. Clove plant is evergreen tree which grows up to 10 meter and its native place is Indonesia. Clove oil is rich in minerals and vitamins such as Calcium, Potassium, Sodium, Phosphorous, Iron, hydrochloric acid and Vit. A & Vit. C.

Composition-

Clove oil is of three types on the basis of its composition and extraction of oil from part of clove plant–

    Bud Oil– Bud oil is extracted from nail shaped rose-peach flower bud; its main constituents are eugenol (60-65%), eugenyl acetate, caryophyllene and other minor constituents.

    Leaf Oil– Leaf oil is derived from bright green leaves, its constituents is eugenol (82-85%), no eugenyl acetate and other minor constituents.

    Stem Oil– Stem oil is derived from twigs, its major constituents is eugenol (90-95%) ad its other minor constituents.

Extraction–

Clove oil is extracted from buds, leaves and stem of clove plant by steam distillation method, clove oil is extracted from clove buds using supercritical carbon dioxide method and clove oil extracted from leaves of clove by water distillation.

Properties-

Clove oil is strongly warm and powerful aroma, watery viscosity, spicy in smell and colorless to pale yellow in appearance.

Blending-Clove oil blends with essential oils such as basil oil, rosemary oil, cinnamon oil, grapefruit oil, lemon oil, nutmeg oil, peppermint oil, orange oil, lavender oil and geranium essential oil etc.

Uses-

•     Clove oil is used as antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal as it helps in treatment of wounds, cuts, scabies, athlete’s foot, bruises, in injuries, fungal infection etc.
•     It is used in dentistry such as toothaches, as clove oil contains eugenol which provides relief from dental pain and also used as soothing balm on infants who are teething.
•     Clove oil is used to added flavor in several Indian and Chinese dishes such as pickles, sausage, spice, cakes and many other cultural foods due to its spicy and unique flavor.
•     It is used in aromatherapy and in massage oil because of its soothing effect provides relief from stress and pain.
•     It is used in treatment of acne and also help in lessens the effect of aging like wrinkles, sagging skin and facial rejuvenation of eyes as it increases blood flow.
•     It boosts immune system.
•     It helps in insomnia as it induces sleep.
•     Clove oil also has anti inflammatory property due to its ingredients flavanoids which provides relief from painful swelling and inflammation so it is used in treatment of asthma and rheumatism.
•     It is used to clear nasal passage and provides relief from respiratory problems such as cold, cough, bronchitis, asthma, sinusitis and tuberculosis.
•     Because of its soothing qualities, it is used in extremely diluted form for baby’s gums as it provides ease in pain and reduces their discomfort as well.
•     Clove oil act as aphrodisiac property due to its stimulating effect on mind and also removes mental exhaust & fatigue.
•     Clove Oil is used to help to sort out leg ulcers and skin sores.
•     It used in treatment of sty i.e. inflammation in eye lashes.
•     It is used in treatment of Cholera.
•     It is helpful in treatment of diabetes as it helps in control level of blood sugar.
•     Due to its soothing aroma, it is used in making of soap and perfume as active ingredients.
•     It is used to halts digestive problems like flatulence, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
•     It stimulates digestion as it helps in relaxing smooth muscle lining in gastrointestinal tract.

Safety and Precautions-

    Overconsumption of clove oil may cause nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea.

    It may induce allergic effects.

    It may lead to shortness of breath, rashes and itching.

    Due to its strong nature, it can cause burns inside if used incorrectly.

    Repeated use of clove oil can cause skin damage.