Clove Leaf Oil

Other characteristics

Brand

Clove Leaf Oil

Fragrance

Clove

Functions

Anti-Septic, Fragrance

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Natural, Naturally Derived, Organic, Plant-Based, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Clean at Sephora; Credo Clean Standard; Natural; Naturally Derived; Organic; Plant-Based; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin

Markets

Personal Care

Parts Used

Leaf/stems

Family Name

Myrtaceae

Of Interest

The Latin word 'Clavus' means nail shaped which is mentioned to the bud. This was used commonly by the Chinese, Romans and Greeks mainly to reduce toothache and also as a breath sweetener. Clove leaf oil has antiseptic properties and was widely used for the prevention of infectious diseases like the Plague. Clove is an important spice and is still widely used as an important ingredient in perfumes, liqueurs, wines, love potions, dental products and also as an insect repellent. It is grown widespread in Indonesia and is related to many local traditions. Indonesian indigenous people plant a clove tree on each birth in the family and if the tree grows well it is supposed to be a good omen for the child. It was introduced in Europe during the middle ages and the geographical origin of the tree was kept a secret because of the high cost of the spice. This much sought after tree was a subject of heated competition between the Dutch and Portuguese. It was in 1947, Pierre Poivre broke this monopoly and introduced clove tree to the tropical islands of France.

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Safety Data

Clove leaf oil is very powerful oil and should be with care. Make sure that the concentration level is below 1% if it is used in an oil, lotion or cream. The oil may cause irritation to the skin is some cases and can easily irritate the mucus membranes. Never use the oil during pregnancy. It is always better to use the oil under the guidance of a certified professional.

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Technology

Cosmetic Ingredients

Benefit Claims

• Anti-Infectious
• Antiseptic

Botanical Name

Syzygium aromaticum

Olfactory Note

• Spicy
• Warm

Traditional use

Clove leaf oil is widely used in aromatherapy and it has wonderful properties. It helps in boosting the mind and lifting depression, it aids in improving digestion, it helps in relieving pain due to arthritis and rheumatism, and it eases respiratory issues and good for leg ulcers. There are many therapeutic properties for clove leaf oil. The oil is an excellent analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-neuralgic, carminative, anti-infectious, disinfectant, insecticide, and stimulant, stomachic, uterine and tonic. Clove leaf oil can be used on acne, bruises, burns and cuts. It helps keep the infection at bay and can act as a powerful pain reliever. The oil is ideal for toothache, mouth sores, arthritis and rheumatism. It aides in the digestive system and is effective against diarrhea, vomiting, spasms, parasites and flatulence and also bad breath.

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Blends Well With

Clove leaf oil blends well with basil, cinnamon, benzoin, ginger, sandalwood, ginger and clary sage oils.

Fragrance Family

Spicy