Clove Essential Oil Uses & Benefits

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Uses & Benefits
Benefits Of Clove Essential Oil
Popular Uses & Benefits | How To Use
Where To Buy | Customer Reviews | Safety

Originating in the Spice Islands of Indonesia, the clove plant was soon noticed in China where it was recognised as an effective natural medicine. A few years later it reached India where it was highly valued in Ayurvedic medicine.

Nowadays, Clove Essential Oil, also known as Clove Bud Essential Oil, holds many benefits that are known to enhance all aspects of life. In saying this, it is best known for its powerful antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Steam distilled from the flowering tops/buds of the Eugenia caryophyllata botanical species, Clove Essential Oil carries a powerful, spicy, woody aroma that has a somewhat sweet top note. Due to its main constituent ‘eugenol’, it is renowned for its powerful anti-inflammatory and antiseptic abilities.

Benefits of Clove Essential Oil for Medicinal Use

• In traditional Chinese and Indian medicinal practices, Clove Bud Essential Oil is highly valued for its warming and stimulating effect.
• It is also prized for its antimicrobial properties.
• In the Western world, it has been used to alleviate bacteria, treat viruses and combat infections.
• When diluted and applied to the abdomen, Clove Oil has been seen to assist with digestive complaints.
• It is also commonly used as a natural remedy for colds and flu's, as the refreshing and powerful aroma has been seen to decongest the nasal passages and air ways.

Benefits of Clove Essential Oil in Aromatherapy

• In aromatherapy, Clove Essential Oil is often blended with spicy aromas such as Cinnamon Bark, Citronella, Peppermint and Rosemary essential oils.
• It is highly valued for its ability to enhance focus and concentration and for this reason, it is often diffused in studies, offices, and workspaces.
• Clove Essential Oil is further known for its uplifting, stimulating, and strengthening effect on the mind. This makes it particularly beneficial for anyone feeling lethargic or mentally exhausted.

Benefits of Clove Essential Oil in Cleaning

• Clove Essential Oil contains powerful antibacterial properties and for this reason, it is used in many natural cleaning formulations.
• The antimicrobial properties within this oil work to kill harmful bacteria.
• Clove Oil is also known to be an effective mould cleaner as it kills the root cause, whereas a lot of cleaning products will just bleach the surface.

Diffusing: To receive the aromatic and therapeutic benefits of Clove Essential Oil, simply add a few drops to an aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporizer. This may be particularly beneficial to anyone experiencing cold and flu-like symptoms.
Inhaling: For those who do not own a diffuser or vaporizer, you can receive the same benefits by inhaling directly from the bottle. Just be sure to avoid direct contact with the skin as this may result in irritation.
Warm Bath: Clove Essential Oil can be added to warm baths. This may be beneficial to anyone wanting to ease pain and inflammation.
Cleansing Shower: You can also add a drop to each corner of your shower, the aroma will rise with the steam to create a decongesting and energizing atmosphere.

Massage: To create a Clove infused massage oil, simply dilute a few drops into a carrier oil or base massage oil and massage into sore areas.
Skin Serum: For those wanting to address various skin complaints, add a few drops of Clove Oil to a carrier oil.
Moisturiser: Clove Essential Oil can also be added to moisturisers to enhance existing benefits.

Surface Cleaners: To create an all-natural surface cleaner simply add ½ Cup White Vinegar and 10 – 15 drops of Clove Essential Oil in a bottle, shake well before use!
Cleaning Paste: In a bottle combine the following: 1 Cup Baking Soda, ¼ Cup Natural Dish Liquid, 1 Tbsp White Vinegar and 10 – 15 drops of Clove Essential Oil. Using a microfiber cloth, this formulation can be used to clean sinks, toilets and showers. Allow to sit for 5 - 10 minutes before rinsing well.
Floor Cleaner: You can also add a few drops to your floor detergent to enhance existing benefits.

“Great at keeping mould at bay! And keeping germs at bay in Winter! It’s a must-have for me!”
Thelma (Certified Customer)

“I love this oil. A friend of mine suggested putting some in my cleaning water and I absolutely love the smell it leaves behind!”
Nadine (Verified Customer)

“Excellent product that has many very useful purposes around the home and the smell is divine”
Peter (Verified Customer)

Whilst essential oils are natural products, they are extremely potent and can cause serious harm if used incorrectly. For this reason, we recommend the following:

• In line with the Therapeutic Goods Act, we do not recommend ingesting essential oils without the guidance of a registered Aromatherapist or Naturopath.
• Avoid using Clove Essential Oils during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.
• We recommend storing your Essential Oils in a cool, dry place at room temperature, ensuring that they are not directly exposed to sunlight and are out of reach of children or pets.
• Clove Essential Oil is very concentrated and is likely to cause irritation or reactions if applied directly to the skin. For this reason, it is important to first dilute your essential oils before using topically (on the skin). Our recommended dilution percentages can be found under the ‘Directions for Use’ section.

Tanu, B & Harpreet, K, 2016, ‘Benefits of essential oils’, Journal Of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research, vol. 8, no. 6, pp. 143 – 149

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any illness.