Clove oil

Clove oil is extract by steam distillation from the buds of the eugenic caryophyllata. Clove oil is primarily used in dentistry as a antiseptic against bacteria.

Index

Scents

Uses

Major Growing Regions

Toxicology

Therapeutic Uses

Value and Pricing

Also See

Resources

References

Scents

Middle Note

Uses

Aromatherapy, therapeutic, Pharmaceutics, Perfumery, Food and Flavour industry

Major Growing Regions

Brazil - Nov to Dec
Indonesia - Jun to Aug
Madagascar - Mar to Apr - Jul to Aug - Oct to Nov
Zanzibar - Aug to Oct
Philippines
East and West Indies
Moluccas Islands

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Toxicology

Recommended Dosages and Quantities - Possiably one of the best guides around to learn more about theraputic essential oil safety in massage and aromatherapy is Robert Tisserands Essential Oils Safety Guide, in the back is a guide covering safety with most essential oils. disclaimer toxicology is a guide and consult a qualified medical practitioner on the dosage that is right for your.

Therapeutic Uses

antiseptic as a broad spectrum anti-bacterial, antiviral, strengthening. Nausea, flatulence, bronchitis, arthritis, rheumatism,, tooth aches, diarrhoea. Used to fight viral infections like hepatitis, amebiasis, tuberculosis and asthenia.

Information on theraputic uses are only a guide and you should consult a professional manuals of aromatherapy for more information.

Value and Pricing

Produced in high volume and demands a relatively low price on the market compared to other essential oils products.

Also See

List of essential oils
Aromatherapy Oil

Resources

1. Books and Reports - Excellent resources

2 . Articles - Published information on Essential Oils

3. Discuss - Essential Oil Community Forums

4. Buy Clove oil - The Aroma Marketplace

References

I highly recommend the references used below. They have been invaluable in compiling this definiation of Clove oiland all the writers are experts in their fields. Oilganic has a comprehensive library of books and reports on essential oils.

1. Advanced Aromatherapy - The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Kurt Schnaubelt, PH.D.

2. The World of Aromatherapy, edited by Jeanne Rose and Susan Earle

3. Medical Aromatherapy Healing with Essential Oils, Kurt Schnaubelt

5.The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy: Over 600 Natural, Non-Toxic and Fragrant Recipes to Create Health - Beauty - a Safe Home Environment, Valerie Ann Worwood

Disclaimer
This information is just a guide and readers should consult their medical practitioner before using essential oils.