Warm up with nutmeg essential oil!

How to use nutmeg oil to stay warm, happy & healthy
Warm up with nutmeg essential oil! - Aromatics International

How nutmeg oil is made

Every June through August, community co-ops in Indonesia come together for the annual nutmeg harvest. The entire area fills with a warm, spicy, sweet aroma!

The team separates the seeds from the seed coverings, called “arils,” and lets both dry in the sun. They use the arils to produce the spice mace. As for the nutmeg seeds themselves, some of them are used to produce the kitchen spice, while others are distilled into a pure essential oil.

We’re honored to offer you this organically crafted nutmeg essential oil (Myristica fragrans)!

Nutmeg oil science

Research on nutmeg oils shows that it has an especially purifying presence. Use it in blends for itchy skin, especially foot creams and scrubs, or add a few drops to room mists or linen sprays. It’s also a great choice for immune support recipes!

Nutmeg has demonstrated potent antioxidant effects, too. It helps protect cells against damage by free radicals. (However, be sure to use nutmeg oil safely. We’ll talk about that in a moment!)

Nutmeg oil’s effects are largely due to its chemistry.

It’s rich in the components:

  • a-pinene 
  • b-pinene
  • sabinene
  • myristicin 

Benefits & uses of nutmeg oil

Nutmeg oil brings back fond memories for a lot of people, especially during the holiday season. While you may love using the kitchen spice in cooking and baking (or even hot cocoa!), there are plenty of ways to use nutmeg essential oil.

  • Support comfortable digestion
  • Soothe sore, tender issues
  • Ease tense, cramped muscles
  • Stimulate the flow of energy through the body
  • Reduce the presence of germs & fungi

When the weather turns cold, turn to nutmeg to protect your health against seasonal threats. It’s purifying presence helps bolster your immune strength.

A nutmeg massage oil can help you warm up after a day of winter fun, like sledding or making snowmen! And if your hands and feet always seem to be cold, you’re going to love nutmeg oil—add it to a lotion or body butter and stay cozy.

While it’s stimulating in some ways (it helps you warm up and supports a happy belly!), nutmeg oil is also comforting. Diffuse a few drops when it’s time for bed, or when you feel emotionally overwhelmed and can’t stir up the energy to go about your day.

Nutmeg oil safety

As much as we love the aroma of nutmeg essential oil and its therapeutic properties, it’s important to keep safety in mind.

Nutmeg is considered a hot oil. Use it sparingly. We recommend no more than an 0.8% dilution, which is about 4 to 5 drops per 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier oil. If you have sensitive skin, make sure to test your blend on a small area first (like the inside of your arm).

When diffusing nutmeg oil, a little goes a long way! Start with just a few drops.

Nutmeg Oil Recipes

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Karen Williams

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Hi, my name is Karen Williams. As a professional aromatherapist, I love to create amazing blends that inspire and promote a healthier lifestyle. I got my start many years ago as a registered nurse working in the hospital system. But along the way I knew something was missing. I wanted to help people more holistically. Then, I discovered essential oils, and my approach to life changed forever. Now, I’ve made it my mission to share what I’ve learned about aromatherapy with my friends, family, and the world. Because - life is so much better with health, happiness, and community. 

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