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General -
Nutmeg
is an evergreen tree up to 20m high with a grayish-brown smooth bark,
dense foliage and small dull-yellow flowers. The fruit is gathered by
means of a barb attached to a long stick. The mace is separated from the
nut and both are dried separately. The nutmeg or kernel of the fruit and
the arillus or mace are the official parts. Native to the Moluccas and
nearby islands; Nutmeg is also cultivated in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and
the West Indies, especially Grenada. The essential oil is also distilled
in the USA and Europe from imported nutmeg.
Uses -
Nutmeg
essential oil, Myristica fragrans, is steam distilled from the
seeds; it has the scent of freshly grated nutmeg. It is believed to have
analgesic properties and may be useful in massage oil for aches and
pains. It is also thought to be helpful in combating mental fatigue.
Nutmeg can be used for flatulent dyspepsia, nausea, diarrhea, dysentery
and rheumatism. The expressed oil is sometimes used externally as a
gentle stimulant, and it was once an ingredient of the Emplastrum picis.
Both nutmeg and mace are used for flatulence and to correct the nausea
arising from other drugs, also to allay nausea and vomiting. Also used
as a flavoring agent in pharmaceuticals, especially analgesic and tonic
preparations. Nutmeg and mace oil are used in soaps, lotions,
detergents, cosmetics and perfumes. Mace oleoresin is used in colognes
and perfumes, especially men’s fragrances. Both oils and oleoresin are
used in most major food categories, including alcoholic and soft drinks
Nutmeg essential oil,
Myristica fragrans,
blends well with the following essential oils:
oak moss,
lavandin,
bay leaf,
Peru balsam,
orange,
Geranium,
clary sage,
rosemary,
lime,
petitgrain,
mandarin,
coriander, and other spice
oils.
Cautions -
Do not use if
pregnant. Is generally non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing.
However, used in large doses it shows signs of toxicity such as nausea,
stupor, and tachycardia, believed to be due to the myristcin content.
Properties -
Analgesic,
anti-emetic, antioxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac,
carminative, digestive, emmenagogue, larvicidal, stimulant, tonic.
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Common Name - Nutmeg
Essential Oil
Botanical Name - Myristica
fragrans
Country of Origin - India
Parts Used - Seed
Extraction -Steam
Distillation
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Essential oils packing:
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5 ml, 10
ml, 25 ml or any pack asked by customer. Minimum order in our label 1000
and in private label 5000
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Bulk
packing is also available.
All of our essential oils are 100% pure and natural essential oils, of
therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our
products are of premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic essential oils.
Nutmeg Essential oils and aromatherapy
products can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage
oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume
oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense,
light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.
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