Clove (Leaf) Essential Oil

Product Details Clove Leaf Essential Oil: Uses, Benefits, and Blends Scientific Name: Syzygium Aromaticum L Origin: Indonesia Plant Part: Leaves Scent: Spicy, Woody Color: Clear to very pale Green Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Initial Aroma Strength: Medium Extraction Method: Steam Distillation Suitable Blending Oils: Herbaceous scents like Chamomile, Hyssop, Dill, Conifer notes, other spices like Cinnamon and Nutmeg, citruses like Grapefruit, Lemon, or Lime, resins like Myrrh and Galbanum. Breaking Down the Clove Leaf Essential Oil’s Chemical Components Eugenol: 85.6% Beta Caryophyllene: 10.05% Humelene: 2.15% Understanding Clove Leaf Essential Oil Clove Leaf Essential Oil is a Potent and Aromatic Oil derived from the leaves of the Syzygium Aromaticum tree, more commonly known as the Clove tree. There are three main types of Clove Essential Oils: Clove Bud Oil (which is what people mean when they say clove oil), Clove Leaf Oil, and Clove Stem Oil. Clove Bud Oil is extracted from the flower buds of the Clove tree and is the most commonly used and widely available type. Clove Bud Essential Oil is high in Eugenol. This constituent is renowned for its Analgesic and Anti-inflammatory effects and is an effective remedy to ease various types of Pain and reduce Swelling. Eugenol also has tremendous Antimicrobial abilities. Clove Leaf Essential Oil, also high in Eugenol, possesses these same strong Antimicrobial properties. This makes it a popular choice for treating Infections and promoting overall Oral Health. Additionally, its stimulating and invigorating aroma uplifts the Mood and improves Mental Clarity. Whether used in Aromatherapy, Massage, or Personal Care Products, Clove Leaf Essential Oil offers a Plethora of benefits that make it a valuable addition to any natural Wellness routine. However, due to its Potency, it should be used with caution and in proper dilution to avoid Skin Irritation. What’s The Difference Between Clove Bud And Clove Leaf Oil The classic answer to this would be that they are taken from different parts of the tree, and that you can use Clove Leaf Essential Oil on the Skin because it is milder due to its lower levels of Eugenol. However, take a look at our two Oils. The levels are surprisingly similar. Chemistry of Vinevida Clove Leaf Essential Oil Eugenol: 85.6% Beta Caryophyllene: 10.05% Humelene: 2.15% (Based on the batches on sale July 2023) Chemistry  Vinevida Clove Bud Essential Oil Eugenol: 80.1% Beta Caryophyllene: 6.15% Eugenyl Acetate: 9.29% Humulene: 0.78% (Based on the batches on sale July 2023) The Chemistry of Essential Oils changes from season to season, based on the Rigors the plant has gone through in its lifetime in terms of Sun, Rainfall, Plagues of insects, etc. But then, how they are distilled may also affect Chemistry. How long were they distilled for? Were the leaves dried before they were distilled? If they were dried, how long were they dried for? How hot was the still? How slowly was the Ess