Clove

Syzygium aromaticum

One of the most potent essential oils. High in eugenol, used for pain relief, dental care, and immune support. Always use at very low dilutions.

Aroma spicywarmsharp
Blend note middle
Extraction steam distillation
Shelf life 2–3 years
Key warnings
  • High eugenol content — a known skin sensitizer at higher concentrations

Top uses

Pain relief Helps relieve muscle and joint pain Dental care Immune support Antimicrobial

Safety at a glance

Pregnancy
Avoid
Babies
Avoid
Children
Avoid
Dogs
Avoid
Cats
Avoid
Topical
Dilute only
Max dilution 0.5%
  • One of the most potent skin irritants — use at 0.5% dilution maximum
  • Avoid near face and mucous membranes
  • Do not use on children

Blends well with

S
Sweet Orange top
G
Ginger middle
L
Lemon top
C
Cinnamon base

Clove bud oil is steam-distilled from the flower buds of Syzygium aromaticum, a tropical tree native to the Maluku Islands of Indonesia. Its primary constituent, eugenol (70–90%), gives it powerful analgesic and antimicrobial properties — and also makes it one of the most potent skin sensitisers in aromatherapy.