Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans

Description: Nutmeg Essential Oil is derived from the evergreen tree capable of growing 20 meters in height. It produces a fleshy red fruit. The exterior husk is dried and produces mace essential oil, while the seeds produce the Essential Oil.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Common Uses: Nutmeg Essential Oil can be used as a treatment for the following: arthritis, constipation, fatigue, muscle aches, nausea, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism and slow digestion. It is a valuable addition to many aromatherapy blends, adding warmth, spice and inspiration, when used in very small amounts. Nutmeg Oil can be used in soaps, candle making, dental products and hair lotions.

Blends well with: Lavender, Clary Sage, Geranium, Rosemary, Petitgrain, Orange and other Spice Oils.

Aromatic Scent: Nutmeg Essential Oil has a rich, spicy, sweet, woody scent. It is similar to the cooking spice, but richer and more fragrant.

History: Nutmeg was used by the Indians for intestinal disorders, by the Egyptians in embalming and by the Italians during the Plague. In the Middle Ages nutmeg was grated and mixed with lard as an ointment for piles.

Cautions: If used in large amounts, Nutmeg Essential Oil can cause toxic symptoms such as nausea and tachycardia. Avoid use during pregnancy.

1 fl. oz  (30 ml) of pure Essential Oil. All of our oils are 100% PURE and have not been cut or diluted. At the Essential Trading Post we stock a large selection of oils. At Essential Trading Post all our Essential oils are packaged in  glass Amber Bottles with Polycone Reducer caps and fully Labeled. Our oil line has multi uses from simply scenting your home to making a vast line of products. The theme at Essential Trading Post is "Scenting the World With Oil". Below we have included a general use section to aid the novice user. We are sure that you will create your own uses as you discover the wonders of scent. Very little of our oil is needed to create a long and lasting essence!

General Oil Uses:

General Household Freshening - Add a few drops of oil to your trash can, laundry wash, Dryer sheet, drain, vacuum bag filter, or on a tissue for placement in your drawers.

Diffusing - the oil in a Diffuser scents your home or office with wonderful uplifting smell. The most common Diffuser on the market in the Tea Lite Oil burner.

Bath - Add a few drops of oil to your running bath water and mix well before getting into the tub. Enjoy a wonderful scented bath soak!

Massage - Create your own Massage oil scent simply add a few drops oil to 1 ounce carrier oil such as Grape seed oil and massage onto yourself or partner. Keep away from eyes and genital areas.

Product Scenting - Create your own scented products by adding oils to un-scented base products like; Hair Shampoo & Conditioners Base, Hand Soap Base, Body Lotion Base, Room Spray Base, Moisturizing Body Gel Base, Reed Diffuser Base, Melt & Pour or Cold Press Soap making,