Clove Essential Oil

Botanical (Latin) Name: Eugenia caryophyllata

Extraction: steam distillation, Part of Plant: buds

Aromatic Qualities: minty, spicy, tobacco, sweet

Possible Uses:

acne, arthritis, asthma, athlete's foot, bronchitis, bruises, burns, colds, colic, colitis, cuts, dyspepsia, flu, halitosis, hepatitis, impotence, insect repellant, lupus, memory problems, nausea, poison oak, rheumatism, sinusitis, sprains, warts

Safety Comments:

May cause dermatitis in some; may cause irritation of mucous membranes; those with liver problems should not use; do not use with homeopathics; use diluted and only for short periods of time; do not use if pregnant or lactating.

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