Highlights
- Scent profile/ Aroma: Spicy, warm, strong
- Perfume Note: Top to Middle
- Therapeutic: Helps relieve colds/cough and joint/muscle pain associated with sprain/strain/rheumatoid arthritis.
- Origin: Sri Lanka
- Cultivation Method: Certified Organic
Parts Used: Bud
Extraction: Steam Distilled
Dominant Biochemical Components: Eugenol, Eugenyl Acetate, Beta-Caryophyllene
Blends Well With: Cardamom, Coriander, Cinnamon, Cajeput, Black Pepper, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Rosemary, Spikenard, Turmeric Essential Oils.
Research findings:
Moderate risk of skin sensitization. Use at a maximum dilution of 0.1% topically to avoid any adverse skin reactions. (Please note that the reported incidences of skin reactions are very low-0.1% is the percentage where no reactions occurred at all. Higher dilutions may be fine for individuals).
*Though we have provided the aforementioned research findings, they are not comprehensive and therefore it is each individuals responsibility to research any oils they choose to use. Optimum Health Vitamins (owned and operated as part of Optimum Health Choices Inc. &/or Optimum Naturals Inc. ) is not responsible for any adverse reactions that may be experienced by using these essential oils.
NPN: 80109674
Recommended use or purpose:
- Used in aromatherapy to help relieve colds/cough.
- Used in aromatherapy to help relieve joint/muscle pain associated with sprain/strain/rheumatoid arthritis.
Recommended dose:
Directions of use
- Not for oral use.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; if this happens, rinse thoroughly with vegetable oil.
- Do not use essential oils undiluted.
- For baths; Add 5 — 20 drops of undiluted essential oil with the same amount of shampoo or liquid soap before adding it to the bath. Mix the water gently. For maximum benefit, remain in the bath for 10 minutes. Use 2 drops of undiluted essential oil the first time and increase by 1 drop per bath up to a maximum of 8 drops, once daily
- For direct inhalation; Apply 5 — 10 drops of undiluted essential oil to a handkerchief/tissue and inhale occasionally, up to 3 times per day
- For steam inhalation; Add 5 — 10 drops of undiluted essential oil to a bowl of steaming water/facial steamer. Inhale slowly and deeply for 5 to 10 minutes, up to 3 times per day • For compresses; Add 15 drops of undiluted essential oil to 500 ml of warm water in a bottle. Mix by shaking the bottle and immediately soak the compress. Squeeze lightly, apply the compress to the skin, and cover with clothes and/or towelling. Leave for 2 to 4 hours, up to 3 times per day
Duration of Use:
For occasional use only
Risk Information:
Cautions and Warnings:
- Avoid exposure of applied area(s) to the sun.
- Do not expose the applied area(s) to the sun for 24 to 48 hours after application. • If accidental ingestion occurs, seek urgent medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center.
- If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a health care practitioner.
- If you have epilepsy or asthma, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. • Keep out of reach of children.
Contraindications:
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not use this product.
- If you have broken, irritated, or sensitive skin, do not use this product.
If you experience nausea, dizziness, headache or an allergic reaction, discontinue use.
Recommended Storage Conditions:
- Child-resistant packaging/containers should be used
- Store in airtight, light-resistant container at room temperature
100% pure Eugenia caryophyllata essential oil that can be used in therapeutic &/or aromatic purposes.