Clove oil30,00 € inc. VAT
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Cold-Pressed & Macerated Oils
Clove oil
30,00 € inc. VAT
What you get
Clove bud macerated oil (Soya carrier oil) · cold-pressed finish · 100 ml · UV-protect black dropper
Best for
Targeted blemish-prone support (diluted) · warming body massage · post-activity ritual · feet freshness · scalp refresh (pre-wash)
Results
Clearer-looking skin over time · warmed, revitalized feel · refreshed scalp feel · antioxidant support for glow
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Botanical origin
Syzygium aromaticum
Clove has been one of the world's most traded botanical medicines for over 2,000 years — valued across traditional medicine systems in Asia, the Middle East and Africa for its potent antimicrobial, analgesic and warming properties. The active compound responsible for most of these properties is eugenol — a phenylpropanoid that constitutes 70–90% of clove bud extract and has been extensively studied for its antimicrobial, analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity. Cold maceration of dried Syzygium aromaticum buds in soybean oil extracts this complete eugenol-rich profile in a lipid vehicle, making it bioavailable at the skin surface during massage and body care rituals.
Best for
Syzygium aromaticum dried flower buds — the Maluku Islands (Indonesia) and Zanzibar are the primary origin regions for premium clove buds
100 ml · UV-protective black glass dropper bottle
Science
Active compounds
Eugenol
Antimicrobial & AnalgesicThe primary bioactive compound of clove bud — comprising 70–90% of the extract. Eugenol has well-documented antimicrobial activity against a broad range of bacteria and fungi, documented analgesic properties through its action on pain receptors, and anti-inflammatory activity through COX-2 inhibition. It is one of the most extensively studied natural phenolic compounds.
Eugenyl Acetate
Antimicrobial & AromaticThe acetate ester of eugenol, contributing additional antimicrobial properties and the characteristic sweet-spicy aromatic depth of clove oil. Works synergistically with eugenol to provide a broad spectrum of antimicrobial protection.
Caryophyllene
Anti-inflammatory & AnalgesicA sesquiterpene with documented anti-inflammatory properties, including partial agonist activity at CB2 cannabinoid receptors — an anti-inflammatory mechanism independent of eugenol's COX-2 pathway. Also contributes a mild analgesic quality that complements eugenol's direct receptor action.
Flavonoids & Tannins
Antioxidant & AstringentClove buds are exceptionally rich in flavonoids — among the highest antioxidant activity of any spice measured by ORAC. Tannins contribute an astringent, pore-tightening quality that makes clove oil useful for oily skin types when applied in diluted spot treatment.
Application
How to use
01
Always dilute first
Clove oil is a concentrated botanical extract. Always dilute before skin use: 3–4 drops of carrier oil in the palm, then add 1 drop of clove oil. Mix and apply. Never apply undiluted to facial or body skin.
02
Post-activity body massage
Blend into a body oil and massage into areas carrying tension — shoulders, back, legs — for 5–8 minutes. The warming eugenol and caryophyllene action builds gradually and provides a comforting warming effect throughout the massage.
03
Scalp pre-wash ritual (weekly)
Dilute into a carrier oil and massage into scalp for 2–3 minutes. Leave 15–20 minutes then shampoo (2 washes needed). If any burning sensation occurs, rinse immediately — this signals too high a concentration.
Ritual combinations
Pairs well with
Sweet Almond Oil
Sweet almond is the safest dilution carrier for clove oil — its hypoallergenic, neutral profile creates a well-balanced warming blend that delivers clove's antimicrobial and warming benefits at a safe, comfortable concentration for body and scalp use.
View oil →Ginger Oil
Clove and ginger create a powerful warming botanical combination for post-activity muscle and tension-area massage. Both activate warming pathways through different receptor mechanisms, producing a layered, lasting warmth in the tissue.
View oil →Coconut Oil
Coconut oil's lauric acid adds its own antimicrobial properties to clove's eugenol — together they create a potent yet nourishing scalp treatment with broad antimicrobial support and a conditioning base.
View oil →From the journal
Clove Bud Oil: The Warm, Spicy Elixir for Potent Comfort and Purifying Care
The eugenol science behind clove bud's antimicrobial and analgesic properties — how Syzygium aromaticum has been used in traditional medicine for 2,000 years and what modern research confirms about its bioactive compounds.
Read the articleQuestions
Frequently asked
Clove oil contains very high concentrations of eugenol — a potent bioactive phenolic compound. Applied undiluted, eugenol can cause skin irritation, sensitisation or chemical burns. Always dilute to 1–3% concentration (approximately 1 drop per 30ml carrier oil for face; 1 drop per 10ml for body). A patch test before first use is essential.
When used carefully and heavily diluted, clove oil can support blemish-prone skin through its eugenol-driven antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Use as a spot treatment only: 3–4 drops of carrier oil + 1 drop clove oil, applied to the specific area only — not across the whole face. 1–3 nights per week maximum.
Yes, when diluted in a carrier oil. Mix a small amount into a tablespoon of carrier oil, massage into scalp for 2–3 minutes, leave 15–20 minutes, then shampoo thoroughly. Eugenol supports a fresh, balanced scalp environment. If burning occurs, rinse immediately and reduce the concentration further.
Clove oil has a warm, intensely spicy and sweet aromatic character — immediately recognisable as the scent of clove. The macerated oil in soybean base has a more mellow, nuanced version of this aroma compared to clove essential oil.