Allspice Berry Essential Oil

Scientific Name: Pimenta diosca

Country of Origin: Jamaica

Distillation Method: Steam Distilled

Plant Part: Berry

Perfume Note: Middle

A spicy aroma resembling a mixture of clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The essential oil is extracted from green unripe berries.

Blending Suggestions: geranium, lavender, patchouli, orange, orange blossom, ylang ylang, ginger, myrrh, and other spices.

Suggested Oil Uses & Properties for External Applications:

Anointing Oil, Perfume, Inhalation, Massage, Lotion

Analgesic, Antidepressant, Antifungal, Circulation, Comforting

Safety: 

Hazards: Potentially carcinogenic, based on methyleugenol content; may inhibit blood clotting; skin sensitization (moderate risk); mucous membrane irritation (moderate risk).

Contraindications: Should not be taken in oral doses.

Maximum dermal use level: EU 0.0015% IFRA 0.003% Tisserand & Young 0.15%

References:  Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals.

Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney (2013-12-02).  Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition.

Storage:  Store in a dark colored bottle out of direct sunlight.

Biblical Scripture References

There is not a scripture that clearly identifies this spice as being used in Biblical times.

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.