Garlic Essential Oil

Description

Garlic Essential Oil (Allium sativum)

A bold, pungent oil for the adventurous.

Our garlic essential oil is steam-distilled from the crushed bulbs of Allium sativum. The aroma is pungent, sulfurous and intensely warm, exactly as you would expect, only far more concentrated. It is a strong-character oil for careful diffusion in small amounts, usually softened with brighter oils such as lemon or rosemary.

Each bottle is made of matte black glass to help protect the oil from light, and comes with a glass pipette dropper for controlled, drop-by-drop use. Choose the 10ml size to try it or the 30ml size for regular use.

At a glance

Botanical name	Allium sativum
Aroma	Pungent, sulfurous, warm and intensely spicy
Perfumery note	Base
Extraction	Steam-distilled from the crushed bulbs
Origin	Sourced from Central Asia
Sizes	10ml and 30ml, matte black glass with glass pipette
Use	Aromatic use only. Not advised for skin use

Ways to enjoy it

• A tiny drop in a blend with lemon or rosemary for a bold, savoury aroma.
• Careful diffusion in a large, well-ventilated space.
• A strong-character oil for experienced blenders who like pungent notes.
• An intense accent for room blends, used very sparingly.

How to use

• Diffuser: add 1 drop only, together with 3 to 5 drops of lemon or another bright oil, for 20 to 30 minutes in a large, well-ventilated room. The scent lingers, so clean your diffuser afterwards.
• Inhalation: put 1 drop on a cotton ball in a lidded jar, open it briefly at arm’s length and breathe in gently.
• On the skin: not advised. Garlic oil is a known skin irritant, so we do not recommend applying it to the skin, even diluted.

Important safety information

• Skin irritant. Not for skin use. Garlic oil can cause irritation, redness and an allergic skin reaction, even when diluted. Wash off any contact with plenty of soapy water.
• Garlic and other alliums are harmful to cats and dogs, and the oil is very concentrated. Keep it well away from pets, never diffuse it where animals cannot leave the room, and never apply it to them.
• Garlic is traditionally associated with effects on blood clotting. If you take blood-thinning medication, have a bleeding disorder or are due to have surgery, speak to a healthcare professional before use. Do not diffuse it near babies or young children.
• For external and aromatic use only. Do not swallow.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a medical condition, speak to a healthcare professional before use.
• Essential oils are not medicines and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition.

Read more in our complete Garlic Essential Oil guide and our essential oil safety guide.

Frequently asked questions

Can I put garlic essential oil on my skin?
No. Garlic oil is a known skin irritant and we advise diffusion only. If you do get oil on your skin, wash it off with plenty of soapy water and stop using it.

How do I diffuse garlic essential oil?
Use just 1 drop, combined with 3 to 5 drops of lemon or another bright oil, for 20 to 30 minutes in a large, ventilated room. Keep pets and children away and clean your diffuser afterwards.

What does garlic essential oil blend with?
To soften its intensity, try Lemon, Rosemary, Eucalyptus and Black Pepper.

En español

Aceite esencial de ajo (Allium sativum), destilado al vapor de los bulbos triturados. Aroma penetrante, sulfuroso y muy cálido. Disponible en frascos de vidrio negro mate de 10 ml y 30 ml con pipeta de vidrio.

Modo de uso: solo en difusor: 1 gota, combinada con 3 a 5 gotas de limón u otro aceite fresco, durante 20 a 30 minutos en una habitación amplia y ventilada. No se recomienda aplicarlo sobre la piel, ni siquiera diluido.

Advertencias: irritante para la piel, puede provocar una reacción alérgica cutánea. Dañino para gatos y perros: manténgalo alejado de las mascotas. Si toma anticoagulantes, tiene un trastorno de la coagulación o va a someterse a una operación, consulte a un profesional sanitario. Solo para uso externo y aromático, no ingerir. Manténgase fuera del alcance de los niños. En caso de embarazo, lactancia o enfermedad, consulte a un profesional sanitario.

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