Product Spotlight: Clove

Product Spotlight: Clove

Sourced from Madagascar, dōTERRA Clove oil is harvested from unopened and dried flower buds of the evergreen tree, Eugenia caryophyllata. Though it is more commonly recognized as a ground household spice, Clove oil is a unique and powerful option that you can utilize even outside the kitchen. Clove oil a popular choice for administering a warming massage, freshening your breath, and more. Clove oil has many everyday uses—making it a helpful addition in any home.

Clove Oil Uses and Benefits

1. Clove oil can be especially useful for dental hygiene. For years, Clove oil has been used in candies, gum, and dental preparations due to its ability to cleanse the mouth and help freshen breath. There are several ways to harness the cleansing and soothing benefits of Clove oil for the teeth, gums, and mouth at home. For example, place a single drop of Clove oil in two ounces of water and gargle for a soothing effect. You can also add one drop of Clove oil to your toothpaste, which will promote clean teeth and fresh breath.

2. Because Clove oil brings a warming sensation to the skin, it is sometimes used for massage therapy. Keep in mind, however, that Clove oil is known as a hot oil, and should always be diluted with Fractionated Coconut Oil. Or, if you want to enjoy the benefits of a calming, warm massage at home, you can also combine Clove oil with the dōTERRA Spa Hand and Body Lotion.

3. For a stimulating diffuser blend, diffuse three drops of Clove oil, two drops of Cinnamon Bark, and one drop of Wild Orange oil in the essential oil diffuser of your choice.

Fun Fact

Clove gets its name from the Latin word clavus, meaning “nail.” This is a fitting name, as the buds of clove resemble small tacks or nails.

Plant Description

Where does Clove oil come from? Clove oil comes from flower buds of an evergreen tree. Requiring a tropical, humid environment, the clove tree produces flower buds, and Clove oil is created out of the unopened or dried flower buds. Clove trees have been useful for centuries for cooking, perfumes, and other aromatic uses. Originally hailing from Southeast Asia, the clove tree, or Eugenia caryophyllata, can live up to 100 years and is a member of the myrtle family whose leaves, flowers, and buds are highly aromatic—making it useful for essential oil production.

Chemistry of Clove Oil

Main Chemical Component: Eugenol

The bud of a clove tree contains a significant amount of the active chemical component eugenol, which contributes to the energizing fragrance of Clove oil. Eugenol is also used in several dentistry applications, which is why the oil from clove buds is often noted for its benefits for oral care.

Oils that blend well with Clove oil

Want to add Clove oil to your next diffuser blend? Wondering which oils blend well with Clove oil? Similar to other spicy or woody essential oils, Clove oil blends well with essential oils that have similar properties. Spicy essential oils like Wild Orange, Frankincense, Cassia, Cedarwood, Ginger, and Cinnamon Bark blend well with Clove oil due to their warm aromatic characteristics. Clove oil also blends well with sweet, herbaceous essential oils like Roman Chamomile and Fennel oil.

Cautions

Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.