Description
Clove is a natural analgesic and antiseptic that is primarily used in dentistry for its main ingredient eugenol. Clove essential oil is extracted from Eugenia caryophyllata using CO2 extraction method. It can also be used in many things for flavouring and in medicines as a remedy for bronchitis, common cold, cough, fever, sore throat and tending to infections.
History
Clove has a long history of culinary and medicinal use. The oil has been used as an expectorant and antiemetic with inconsistent clinical results. Clove tea was used to relieve nausea. Use of the oil in dentistry as an analgesic and local antiseptic continues today. It also has been used topically as a counterirritant
Color & Aroma
Color :
Pale yellow to yellow clear liquid with Characteristic clove odor,
Aroma :
Spicy and rich smell like actual cloves.
Constituents
The main components of clove oil are eugenol, eugenol acetate, iso-eugenol and caryophyllene.
Uses
This essential oil is natural analgesic and antiseptic used as a home remedy for dental pain relief. It can be used in several things from flavouring medicines to treat bronchitis, common cold, cough, fever, sore throat and infections.