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Cloves essential oil
Eugenia caryophyllata
Cloves essential oil is produced by steam distillation of buds and it has a distinctive spicy aroma. It soothes difficulties provoked by stress and it stimulates organism – look for it in our Akupres massage cream. This essential oil is also traditionally used in oral cavity care (see warning bellow!).
It blends well with essential oils of , orange, rose and lemon.
Essential oil of cloves is very irritating for skin and mucous. Not suitable for pregnant and lactating women, as well as persons with high blood pressure!
CLOVES
Botanical name | Eugenia caryophyllus |
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Origin | see certificate below |
Extraction method | steam distillation of dried buds |
Odour | bitter, herbal, sweet |
Odour intensity | strong |
Note | middle to high |
Maximum concentration RIFM | 4 % (1 to max. 8 drops in 10 ml) |