Clove oil Benefits, how to use & possible side effects

Clove also widely known as Laung has a bundle of health benefits. It not only holds great value traditionally but also has an ayurveda connection with an element utilized for medicinal purpose. By the 17th century clove gained limelight throughout the globe. Apart from adding spice and fragrance to our flavourful curries and biryani’s, its oil, leaves, stems and dried buds are also used for various medicinal and health purposes.

Clove being high in anti-microbial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-septic and stimulating possessions, essential clove oil is a popular home remedy for various complaints. 

Here are some benefits you can reap by using clove oil

1.     Acts a wonderful disinfectant: It is scientifically proven that clove oil can help you feel better if you have a cold infection. This is due to its ability to kill staph bacteria cells in a liquid environment and biofilm. For readers who don’t know what is a biofilm, it’s a community of bacteria that lives in harmony, safeguarded by a slimy film. Most antibiotics are unable to penetrate through the biofilm which can kill the house of staph bacteria but, according to this study, clove oil does.

2. Perfect for skin problems: We often complaint of dry lips and skin in the winters. Soon you won’t, as clove oil has magical ingredients which are often used in cosmetic products too. From body bath bars to skin lotions and perfumes clove oil’s most useful component Eugenol is known to cure acne, skin irritation and lot more skin problems. Over and above this, Clove oil also helps you fight signs of anti-ageing and increases blood flow which helps revive the youthfulness of your skin.

3. The natural dental pain killer: 

Traditionally, used as a cure for dental aches and pains, clove oil still continues to dominate the dental products industry with its medical properties. With its antiseptic property, tooth ache, swollen gums and mouth ulcers can be promisingly addressed.

4. Aids healthier digestion: 

As it adds flavour and spice to your favourite food items, a few drops of consumable clove oil can do wonders for your digestive system. Your stomach related problems will come to an end with clove oil’s medicinal properties. It is a cure asset to your kitchen spices.

 5.     Ideal detoxifier: Are you always exhausted and tired? Clove oil is an ideal detoxifier for all your stresses. Application of this essential oil on your body is sue to calm your tensed nerves. Clove oil’s stimulating properties, helps not only reduces fatigue, and mental exhaustion but also helps in managing anxiety and stress.

  External Application of Clove Oil:

1. Face: You can just pour 2 to 3 drops of pure/essential clove oil with your skin cream and apply gently. Clove oil also helps you fight signs of anti-ageing, just dab a few drops of clove oil onto a piece of cotton and apply it to your face at least twice a day. You would see lesser wrinkles and sagging skin. Clove oil’s stimulating properties exfoliate dead skin and help you rejuvenate.
2. Body: Feel relaxed with our essential oil for a detoxifying body massage to release nerve and muscle stress.
3. Dental: Briefly dip a piece of tissue or cotton in the clove oil for it to be half wet. Gently wipe the wet tissue/cotton oil over your painful gum area. You will feel relief in 15mins, you can reapply after 4 hours.
4. Spray: Used as an air fresher, you can add several drops of clove oil to pure water. The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) recommends 10 to 15 drops of clove oil per ounce of water. Be sure to shake the bottle well before spraying it in a room to ensure a perfect blended aroma.

Being a natural ingredient, Clove oil can give your least or no side effects. A few tips to avoid unpleasant experiences with clove oil.

1. It is recommended not to apply clove oil on any bruised or bleeding areas. It can do more harm than good.
2. If in case your allergic to clove oil look for skin rash, itching, or flaking of the skin. Do visit your dermatologist in case you come across them.
3. Avoid the usage of clove oil if:

–       You have been clinically operated on in recent days

–       You have any bleeding disorders, like haemophilia

–       You suffer from Stomach ulcers

4. Lastly, do keep all essential oils out of reach of children and infants.

Last words:

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