clove essential oil

Scientific name: Syzygium aromaticum

Family: Myrtaceae , myrtle

Origin: Indonesia

Form: steam distillation of essential oil

Parts: leaves

BEST FOR BLEMISHED SKIN

Ingredient Features

antioxidant
antiseptic
astringent
antimicrobial

User Benefits

protecting
cleansing
firming
detoxifying

Aromatherapy

invigorating
stimulating
warming

Function in Products

preservative

Distilled from the dried flower buds of the evergreen tree Syzygium aromaticum , clove oil is also found under the name Eugenia caryophyllata . Cloves are used for their, anesthetic , antimicrobial , antiseptic , astringent , detoxifying, and warming properties. Active constituents include: terpenes , flavonoids , tannins , phenolcarboxylic acids and sterols . It is included in skin preparations such as soaps, toners, lotions, perfumes, powders and aftershaves. Because clove is also antifungal , it is used in salves to treat athlete's foot. It is also used in shampoos, conditioners and hair rinses, especially for brunettes and redheads. Clove is often used to flavor toothpastes and freshen the breath. The essential oil of clove is an aphrodisiac and is included in perfumes for its sensuous scent, which is described as a warm, sweet, spicy middle note. Additional properties for mind include: anti-anxiety, energizing and intellectually stimulating for nervous fatigue and poor memory.