Clove Essential Oil-  “An ancient ember in liquid form -protective, warming, & potent. A sacred oil of fire, clarity, & boundary.”
Clove is a guardian oil, steeped in the energetic language of fire & protection. Used for centuries in purification rites, medicine, & sacred incense, it is the herbal ember that clears space, awakens the mind, & defends the heart.
There is an almost ancient ferocity in its scent -an invisible sword of focus & strength. It calls upon ancestral wisdom, repels negative forces, & activates the inner fire of willpower. Clove teaches us to stand firmly in our boundaries while staying rooted in compassion & clarity.
Botanical & Physical Profile
Botanical Name: Syzygium aromaticum (formerly Eugenia caryophyllata)
Common Name: Clove Bud Oil (also available: Clove Leaf & Clove Stem -Bud is most commonly used)
Plant Family: Myrtaceae
Plant Part Used: Dried flower buds
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Color: Clear to pale yellow (bud oil)
Perfumery Note: Middle to base
Consistency: Medium-thick
Aroma Strength: Very strong & penetrating
🌬️ Aromatic Profile
Scent: Warm, spicy, sharp, rich, with a hint of sweetness
Energy: Hot, drying, expansive
Mood Influence: Stimulating, empowering, invigorating
Aromatic Impression: Deeply warming, alerting, ancient & potent
Therapeutic Benefits
Powerful antimicrobial & antifungal properties
Useful for toothaches & oral care (always diluted)
Warming for muscle tension & joint pain
Stimulates circulation & immune support
May support digestive & respiratory health when properly diluted
Excellent for topical warming salves in cold weather
Modes of Application
Diffusion: Very effective (use sparingly)
Massage (diluted): For muscle or joint aches
Salves and balms: Excellent in warming blends
Oil pulling/mouth rinse: Trace amounts, heavily diluted, for oral care
Spiritual sprays and anointing oils
Ritual fire blends, incense oils, & cleansing brews
Use at 0.5%–1% max dilution in topical blends — very potent!
Blends Well With
Citrus oils (Sweet Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit) -for energy & warmth
Cinnamon, Ginger, or Black Pepper -for fire element & vitality
Frankincense or Myrrh -for grounding & spiritual depth
Eucalyptus or Rosemary -for mental clarity & respiratory blends
Lavender or Ylang Ylang -to temper the intensity with calming sweetness
Pine or Cedarwood -for purification & protection rituals
Energetics
Elemental Affinity: Fire
Chakra Resonance:
Solar Plexus (Manipura): Confidence, will, power
Root (Muladhara): Protection, security, grounding
Third Eye (Ajna): Mental clarity & focus
Emotional Effects:
Dispels apathy, fear, and sluggishness
Restores drive, inner strength, and passion
Protects from energetic intrusions or emotional drain
Intentions 
Psychic & energetic protection
Mental clarity & sharp focus
Cleansing & banishment rituals
Ancestral connection & spiritual fire
Physical & emotional warmth
Empowerment & inner strength
Ritual Affirmation
“I ignite the flame of truth within me. I am protected, present, & powerful.”
Ritual Use & Applications
 Boundary-Setting Anointing
Blend with a carrier oil & apply to soles of feet or wrists.
Visualize a golden circle of fire around you.
Affirm:  “I am shielded in light. My will is strong, my heart protected.”
 Energetic Cleansing Spray
Combine with Lemon & Eucalyptus in distilled water + alcohol.
Spritz around doors, rooms, or sacred space.
Use to clear stagnant energy or negative influences.
Affirm:  “With flame and breath, I cleanse this space.”
 Fire of Focus Diffusion
Diffuse Clove with Rosemary & Orange for a mental clarity blend.
Ideal for study, planning, or ceremonial fire work.
Affirm:  “My mind is sharp. My path is clear. My purpose is lit from within.”
 
⚠️ Safety 
Skin Irritant — Must be heavily diluted (≤0.5–1%)
Avoid use on sensitive, broken, or damaged skin
Do not use undiluted on skin -may cause burns or sensitization
Avoid during pregnancy & with young children
Not recommended for use near eyes or mucous membranes
May interact with blood-thinning medications (contains eugenol)
Store in a cool, dark place -very potent and can oxidize quickly