Nutmeg Essential Oil

Description

Nutmeg Essential Oil (Myristica fragrans)

Nutmeg essential oil is warm, sweet and spicy, with the familiar fragrance of the freshly grated kitchen spice. It adds cosy depth to seasonal blends, so use it sparingly.

Available in 10ml and 30ml sizes. Choose 10ml to try it or 30ml for regular use.

At a glance

Botanical name	Myristica fragrans
Aroma	Warm, spicy, sweet and woody
Perfumery note	Middle note
Sizes	10ml and 30ml
Use	Aromatic use, or diluted on the skin to 0.5% or less

Ways to enjoy it

• A warm, spicy note for autumn and winter blends.
• A cosy scent to pair with orange, cinnamon and clove.
• A small touch of spice for natural perfume.

How to use

• Diffuser: add 1 to 2 drops to an ultrasonic diffuser in a well-ventilated room, in sessions of 30 to 60 minutes.
• Inhalation: put 1 drop on a tissue and breathe in slowly. Keep the tissue away from your skin and eyes.
• On the skin: always dilute. Mix 1 drop into 10ml of a carrier oil such as sweet almond or jojoba (about 0.5%). Never exceed 0.5%. Patch test first.

Important safety information

• May cause an allergic skin reaction. Never apply undiluted, keep skin use to 0.5% or less and patch test first. Avoid the eyes and broken or sensitive skin.
• A potent oil. Overuse can cause headaches or dizziness, so keep diffusing short and the room well ventilated.
• Nutmeg oil can be harmful if swallowed.
• For external and aromatic use only. Do not swallow.
• Keep out of reach of children, and do not use on or near the face of babies or young children.
• Take care around pets, especially cats.
• Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and speak to a healthcare professional if you have a medical condition or take medication.
• Essential oils are not medicines and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition.

Read more in our essential oil safety guide.

Frequently asked questions

Can I put nutmeg essential oil on my skin?
Only when diluted, to no more than 0.5%. Patch test first and avoid the eyes and broken skin.

What does nutmeg blend well with?
It pairs well with Sweet Orange, Cinnamon, Clove and Ginger.

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