Nutmeg Essential Oil

Pure Nutmeg Essential Oil

Botanical Name:‚ Myristica aromata, M. fragrans, M. officinalis, Nux moschata
Origin: Indonesia
Family: Myristicaceae
Aroma: Warm, spicy
Perfume Note: Middle
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Source: Fruit
Main Chemical Components: Pinene, sabinene, limonene, terpinen-4-ol
Blends Well With: Lavandin, bay, orange, geranium, clary sage, rosemary, lime, petitgrain, mandarin and coriander essential oils

Description and Uses:

Nutmeg Essential Oil is an invigorating, enlivening and uplifting oil. It is said to help stimulate digestion, and to be useful in cases of nausea and indigestion.

Nutmeg oil also has anti-inflammatory properties, and is said to be helpful (well-diluted in a massage oil) for joint pain and sore muscles.

Traditional use: antiseptic, muscle relaxant and aphrodisiac

Recipes Using Nutmeg Essential Oil

Soothing Muscle Blend:
5 drops Roman Chamomile Essential Oil
5 drops Ginger Essential Oil
5 drops Nutmeg Essential Oil
2 Tbsp Carrier Oil

Blend well and massage into sore joints or muscles.

Caution:

Nutmeg essential oil is toxic if used in large quantities, and can be stupefying. Use half recommended dilution or less. Avoid during pregnancy. Because of these cautions, we recommend this oil for practitioner use only.