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Nutmeg essential oil
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Description
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) is the spice transformed into a warm, rubefacient, stimulating essence, displaying mild analgesic and anti-inflammatory actions upon local application. Its spicy-sweet aroma with musky and woody nuances is rich and persistent, highly valuable in perfumery, candles, and seasonal blends. Its primary applications include joint and muscular massage for rheumatic pains and contractures, digestive massage to stimulate slow digestion, treatments for poor peripheral circulation, and natural perfumery.
air Olfactory profile: Spicy, warm, woody-sweetish, with musky notes and a slightly terpenic top note. Persistent and rich, it evokes freshly grated nutmeg and festive holiday aromas.
Ingredients: Nutmeg Essential Oil (Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil)
100% pure and natural, E.O.B.B.D. botanically and biochemically defined, full spectrum, unfractionated, undiluted
Obtained by steam distillation from the kernels of Myristica fragrans
encrypted_add_circle Cosmetic Properties and Benefits
- Rubefacient and circulatory tonic: Ideal for the care of areas with poor local circulation, serving as an ingredient in massage oils for cold extremities, stiff muscles, and areas with slow circulation, including in the context of Raynaud's syndrome.
- Scalp tonic: Stimulates microcirculation in the scalp, acting as a great ingredient in pre-wash hair treatments.
- Fragrance: The musky-spicy note adds depth to soaps, shower gels, and natural perfumes with a woody-spicy profile.
air_freshener Aromatherapeutic Properties
- Local analgesic and anti-inflammatory: The myristicin and pinenes in its composition contribute to joint and muscular comfort via topical application, traditionally used in ointments for acute and chronic rheumatism, sprains, and post-exertion pain.
- Digestive and carminative: Traditionally used in abdominal massage to stimulate slow digestion, bloating, cramps, and gastric discomfort.
- General and nervous tonic: Combats physical and mental asthenia; a few drops can be used in a diffuser or applied via friction onto the solar plexus and spine during periods of exhaustion and lack of energy.
hub Recommended Synergies
Joint massage and rheumatism: Wintergreen Essential Oil, Eucalyptus Lemon Essential Oil, Juniper Berry Essential Oil, Arnica Oil, Comfrey Oil.
Peripheral circulation, Raynaud's: Black Pepper Essential Oil, Organic Rosemary Essential Oil, Ginger Essential Oil, St. John's Wort Oil.
Digestive: Ginger Essential Oil, Coriander Essential Oil, Cardamom Essential Oil, Sweet Orange Essential Oil, Caprilis Oil.
Hair tonic: Organic Rosemary Essential Oil, Organic Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil, Ricin Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil.
Perfumery and candles: Sweet Orange Essential Oil, Balsam Fir Essential Oil, Cinnamon Essential Oil, Cardamom Essential Oil.
Aromatherapy: Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil, Patchouli Essential Oil, Sandalwood Essential Oil, Coriander Essential Oil.
Practical Applications and DIY Recipes
Nutmeg essential oil is used exclusively as an ingredient in cosmetic preparations, perfumes, and aromatherapeutic compositions. Do not apply undiluted to the skin.
digital_wellbeing Body Care
- Ointment for painful joints: A few drops of Nutmeg, a few of Wintergreen, and a few of Eucalyptus Lemon, diluted in Arnica Oil and incorporated into Shea Butter. Applied locally to joints morning and evening.
- Massage oil for peripheral circulation: A few drops of Nutmeg, a few of Black Pepper, and a few of Organic Rosemary, diluted in Caprilis Oil. Apply with an energetic massage onto the calves, hands, and soles of the feet.
- Digestive oil: A few drops of Nutmeg and a few of Ginger, diluted in Caprilis Oil. Apply with a circular massage onto the abdomen for slow digestion or bloating.
face_3 Hair Care
- Tonic pre-wash treatment: A few drops of Nutmeg and a few of Organic Rosemary, diluted in Castor Oil topped up with Burdock Oil or Amla Oil. Massage into the scalp, leave on for 30 minutes, then wash with shampoo.
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- "Winter Warmth" Blend: Nutmeg + Sweet Orange + Balsam Fir in the diffuser. Comforting and festive.
- "Energy" Blend: Nutmeg + Cardamom + Sweet Orange. Tonic and motivating.
fragrance DIY Perfumery & Candles
- "Hot Spicy" solid perfume: A few drops of Nutmeg, a few of Cardamom, and a few of Cinnamon in Soy Wax. Applied to the wrists.
Questions and Answers (FAQ)
Q: Is it true that Nutmeg can be hallucinogenic?
A: When the spice is ingested in massive quantities (dozens of grams of powder), it can produce psychotropic effects and acute toxicity, but this has no bearing on aromatherapeutic use. The oil, when diluted, inhaled, or applied topically at the correct dosages, does not produce such effects. However, the presence of myristicin requires compliance with the dermal limit for leave-on products.
Q: What is the difference compared to Clove essential oil?
A: Both are spicy, rubefacient, and analgesic, but they possess distinct profiles. Cloves are dominated by eugenol, acting as a powerful, dermocaustic antiseptic. Nutmeg is dominated by sabinene and pinenes along with myristicin, leaning toward a more tonic and digestive profile with a warmer aroma. They complement each other beautifully in cold-season blends and spicy perfumery.
Technical Data, Warnings
Product for cosmetic, aromatic, and perfumery use. Do not apply undiluted to the skin.
Store in a cool place, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
For dilutions in accordance with legal regulations, consult the IFRA certificate attached to the product on the website.
Sensitive individuals should perform a tolerance test; perform a skin patch test in the bend of the elbow 24 hours before use. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive mucous membranes. In case of an accident, rinse abundantly with a vegetable oil.
For use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, in case of chronic diseases, for the elderly, or for young children, the recommendation is to consult a doctor.
Bibliography and Sources
- Tisserand, R., & Young, R. - Essential Oil Safety (2nd ed.) - safety profile, dermal limits, and toxicology of myristicin.
- Franchomme, P., & Pénoël, D. - L'Aromathérapie Exactement - biochemical profile and therapeutic applications of Nutmeg.
- Purchon, N. - La Bible de l'aromathérapie - massage recipe for Raynaud's disease featuring Nutmeg, Black Pepper, and Rosemary.
- Battaglia, S. - The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy (3rd ed.) - therapeutic and safety profile in clinical aromatherapy.
Details
Code
D-1572
Categories
Odor, Aroma
characteristic, spicy
INCI
Myristica Fragrans Kernel Oil
Status
100% pure and natural, E.O.B.B.D. botanically and biochemically defined
Natural index
ISO 16128 - Natural 1.0
Appearance
liquid, yellowish
Method of production
steam distillation
Plant part
seeds/kernel/beads
Fragrance note
base note, middle note
Processing
full spectrum, unfractionated, undenatured, undiluted
Suitable for
aromatherapy, cosmetics
Key benefits
analgesic, antiseptic, digestive, general tonic, warming
Body care
Body butters, Body oils, Massage oils, Ointments
Hygiene
Shampoos, Shower gels, Soaps
Solubility
in ethyl alcohol, in oil
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight, keep out of the reach of children
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Anamaria S.
05 Apr 2022
The nutmeg essential oil is my mother's basic treatment for joint pain. She has been suffering from joint pain in her hands for over a decade. I prepare a hand massage oil made from olive carrier oil with nutmeg essential oil and clove essential oil. I use it for preventative purposes.
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Mihaela S.
05 Jan 2022
It has a calming effect on the nervous system; its sweet, aromatic, friendly smell is very comforting.