Sattva Ayurveda Aromatherapy

Clove Essential Oil 10 ml

Name: Clove Essential Oil 10 ml
Brand: Sattva Ayurveda
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has pain-relieving and numbing properties — a clinical study showed eugenol to be effective for toothache

balances Kapha and Vata — warms and stimulates when there is stagnation and heaviness

one of the most powerful natural antibacterial and antifungal agents

Sharp, spicy and intensely warm — clove is one of those scents everyone recognizes, yet few associate with aromatherapy. Steam-distilled from the flower buds of Eugenia caryophyllus and known in Ayurveda as Lavanga, it has been in every medicine cabinet and every kitchen around the world for millennia. Eugenol, its main active compound, is one of the most extensively studied natural pain-relieving and antimicrobial substances.

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It tastes pungent. Yet according to Ayurveda, it is cooling. And that is only the first of clove’s paradoxes.

Clove breaks the rules. In Ayurveda, a pungent, burning taste usually means a hot nature — but Lavanga (clove) has a cooling potency (sheeta veerya). It warms on the outside and cools on the inside. It stimulates digestion, yet calms stomach inflammation. This is one of the reasons why the Charaka Samhita lists it as an ingredient with an exceptionally wide range of uses — in almost every type of Kapha and Vata imbalance.

But the paradox ends with the taste. In action, clove is direct and indisputable: eugenol, which makes up as much as 75–90% of the oil, is one of the best-researched natural bioactive compounds in the history of pharmacognosy. A clinical study published in the Journal of Dentistry (Alqareer et al., 2006) showed that topically applied eugenol numbs toothache as effectively as benzocaine — a synthetic anesthetic used in dentistry. Laboratory studies confirm eugenol’s broad antimicrobial spectrum: it inhibits the growth of Candida albicans, Helicobacter pylori, Staphylococcus aureus and many other pathogens.

Clove reached Europe through the spice trade — in 15th-century Europe, a single handful of cloves cost as much as the same weight in gold. Today it is one of the most affordable and most potent oils in this line. And, like cinnamon, it should be used with respect.

Scent profile

Main notes	sharp, spicy, intensely warm
Base note	sweet, woody, slightly smoky
Intensity	very high — a few drops will fill an entire room
Character	warming, sharp, wintry
Pairs well with	cinnamon, orange, cardamom, frankincense, patchouli, ginger

Ayurvedic context — Dosha

Kapha ↓↓	breaks through stagnation — stimulates digestion, supports breathing, strengthens immunity
Vata ↓	warms and stabilizes — reduces feelings of cold, pain and the irregularity typical of Vata
Pitta ↑	aggravates Pitta — avoid in cases of excess fire, inflammation or skin hypersensitivity

Carrier oil for Kapha: sesame or mustard. For Vata: sesame or almond.

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It tastes pungent. Yet according to Ayurveda, it is cooling. And that is only the first of clove’s paradoxes.

Scent profile

Main notes	sharp, spicy, intensely warm
Base note	sweet, woody, slightly smoky
Intensity	very high — a few drops will fill an entire room
Character	warming, sharp, wintry
Pairs well with	cinnamon, orange, cardamom, frankincense, patchouli, ginger

Ayurvedic context — Dosha

Kapha ↓↓	breaks through stagnation — stimulates digestion, supports breathing, strengthens immunity
Vata ↓	warms and stabilizes — reduces feelings of cold, pain and the irregularity typical of Vata
Pitta ↑	aggravates Pitta — avoid in cases of excess fire, inflammation or skin hypersensitivity

Carrier oil for Kapha: sesame or mustard. For Vata: sesame or almond.

How to use?

Diffuser / immunity and atmosphere
1–2 drops in water — the oil is extremely intense. A classic winter blend for immunity and a festive atmosphere: clove + orange + cinnamon (1+3+1 drops). For warmth and energy: clove + cardamom + ginger (1+2+2 drops).

Toothache / topical use
1 drop on a cotton ball; hold it against the sore spot for a few minutes. This is one of the oldest and best-documented uses of clove — used in dentistry for centuries. Note: for temporary relief only, not instead of a visit to the dentist.

Massage / warming and circulation
A maximum of 2–3 drops per 25 ml of carrier oil (0.5–1% concentration) — no more. Massage into the feet and calves for cold extremities, into the back for muscle aches. Never apply to the face or mucous membranes.

Inhalation / respiratory system
2 drops in a bowl of hot water. Inhale the steam for 5 minutes at the first signs of a cold or an upper respiratory infection. Eugenol has antiviral properties and helps clear the airways.

Natural cleaner
5–8 drops in 100 ml of water as a natural antibacterial surface spray. Clove has one of the broadest spectrums of antimicrobial activity of all the oils in the line.

Ingredients

Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil

FAQ

Does clove oil really help with toothache?
Yes — this is one of its best-documented uses. A clinical study by Alqareer et al. published in the Journal of Dentistry (2006) found eugenol’s effectiveness in locally numbing tooth pain to be comparable to benzocaine. Apply 1 drop to a cotton pad and hold it on the painful spot — for temporary relief only.

Why does clove need to be diluted so much?
Eugenol is a strong irritant to the mucous membranes and skin — much like cinnamaldehyde in cinnamon. When applying it to the skin, do not exceed a 1% concentration. Undiluted, it can cause chemical burns. It is one of three oils in our range (cinnamon, clove, wintergreen) that require particular caution.

Can clove be used during pregnancy?
No — eugenol acts on the uterine muscles and may affect blood clotting. Strictly avoid clove oil during pregnancy.

What does clove blend best with in a diffuser?
With orange, cinnamon and cardamom for a wintry atmosphere and immunity. With frankincense for meditation and a deeper scent. With ginger and lemongrass for energy and warmth. Clove is intense — always treat it as an accent note, not a base note.

For external use only. IMPORTANT: clove is a strong skin irritant — use only well diluted (max 1% on the skin). Never apply to the face or mucous membranes. Do not use during pregnancy. Use with caution if you are taking blood-thinning medication. Store away from light and heat sources. Keep out of reach of children.

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