Clove bud essential oil offers a characteristic spicy scent, softer and warmer than that from the leaves. Thanks to its high eugenol concentration, it has strong aromatic power, highly valued in targeted care, winter wellness products, and perfumed blends associated with warmth and comfort.

Properties (indications)

Information intended for formulators. Not a therapeutic claim for finished products.

• Revitalizing & toning
  Suitable for energizing care and sensory stimulation rituals.
• Powerful purifying
  Used in formulas for irregular skin types or for cleansing air atmospheres.
• Body warming
  Valuable in massage oils for cold seasons or energizing rituals.
• Muscle wellness (traditional aromatherapy)
  Included in targeted post-exercise blends or for tense areas.

Applications

Wellness & spa

• Body warming oils and balms
• Energizing and tonic care
• Spicy sensory rituals (winter, oriental spa)
• Diffusion for a warm & comforting ambiance

Natural hygiene & cosmetics

• Targeted purifying care
• Spicy soaps, shower gels, scrubs
• Natural ambiance sprays

Formulation integration

• Indicative dosage: 0.05% to 0.3% (very potent oil)
• Recommended carriers: rich vegetable oils (sesame, jojoba), mild esters, natural butters
• Ideal aromatic combinations: cinnamon, ginger, sweet orange, bergamot, patchouli, cardamom

Precautions for use

• Very rich in eugenol → dilution essential
• Potential skin irritant: always patch test on a small area
• Not recommended during pregnancy/breastfeeding & for young children (traditional aromatherapy)
• Avoid on reactive or damaged skin
• Do not apply near eyes or mucous membranes