Allspice Berry Essential Oil

Allspice Berry
Pimenta dioica

Source: Berries
Origin: Jamaica
Energetics: Yang 
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Scent: Allspice essential oil has a complex aroma that distributes the essence of cloves, cinnamon, pepper and nutmeg.
Blends Well With: Warm and spicy oils, it also partners well with Lavender, Ylang Ylang and Spearmint.

About

We chose the much more expensive berry-derived essential oil for two reasons. It is a little safer due to a lower eugenol content when compared to the leaf-derived essential oil. Allspice berry essential oil also smells much nicer than the leaf-derived oil. Most companies sell the Allspice Leaf Essential Oil and just refer to it as Allspice Essential Oil.

It should be used diluted at about 0.15% in a carrier oil if to used on the skin (topical use). 

Key Constituents

Below constituent ranges comprise 68% of the data within the normal distribution curve. Growing conditions, geographical regional variation and / or plant chemotype can change constituent levels or constituents themselves.

• Eugenol 67.0–80.0% (73.44% Current Batch)
• Methyleugenol 2.9–13.1% (3.68% Current Batch)
• b-Caryophyllene 4.0–6.6%  (5.74% Current Batch)
• (þ)-Limonene trace–4.2% (Unknown)
• 1,8-Cineole 0.2–3.0% (0.78% Current Batch)
• a-Phellandrene 0–1.8% (0.82% Current Batch)
• Terpinolene 0.1–1.5% (0.89% Current Batch)
• a-Caryophyllene 0–1.5% (Unknown)
• a-Selinene 0–1.0% (Unknown)
• b-Selinene 0–1.0% (Unknown)

How To Use

Diffuse: Add a few drops to a diffuser to disperse around the room

Topically: Dilute essential oil with any carrier oil at a 2.5% ratio. This equates to 2.5ml essential oil/oils in total mixed with 100ml of chosen carrier oil. 1ml of essential oil is approximately 20-22 drops of oil.  Decant into a roller or glass bottle with eye dropper to apply easily or a larger bottle if using for massage. Please note this dilution rate is for adults and children over the age of 6. More information on children and essential oils is on our blog page. Essential Oils should not be used directly on the skin without mixing first with a carrier oil

Inhalation: Add 1-2 drops essential oil to a tissue and inhale at a distance while ensuring that the oil does not come into direct contact with the skin. Alternatively, you can smell the oil directly from the bottle.

Shelf Life 

Our freshly decanted Allspice Berry essential oil will last for 3-4 years minimum from when you open your amber glass bottle if stored correctly.

Primary Storage Considerations: Keep away from direct light (U.V. radiation). Keep in the amber glass bottle with lid tightly closed. Only open when you need to and decant into a smaller "working" amber glass bottle if possible (and label so you know what is in it). This is to reduce oxidation.
Secondary Storage Considerations: Keep in a refrigerator at around 4 degrees celsius.

Safety

General
Some essential oils may cause photosensitivity to the skin - Use diluted in Jojoba or other complete carrier oil.
Do not ingest essential oils.
Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes.
The information on this website is not intended to be used in the diagnosis, treatment or mitigation of any physical or mental illness. Ahimsa Oils offer no advice or recommendations only general information. No therapeutic claims are made within.
Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not use essential oils without first consulting an appropriately trained healthcare practitioner.

The statements on this website have not been evaluated by the TGA. David Bosley however worked for a long period in consultation with the TGA to ensure correct labelling with reference to the Ahimsa Oil product range.

Specific
Dermal Maximum: To avoid irritation, sensitization, or other adverse reactions, please dilute to 0.15% when using on the skin.

Contraindications

This essential oil is anti-coagulant, which means it can thin the blood. Avoid inhaling, using topically, or ingesting if using aspirin or other blood thinners, or before and after surgery.
Avoid internal use with pethidine, MAOIs, or SSRIs.
Do not use around your pets.

References

Davis, P. London School of Aromatherapy notes, 1983.
Lawless, Julia The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils p.40
Lawrence 1979 p. 72, 1993 p. 86–87, 1995 g p. 184; Analytical Methods Committee 1988, Green & Espinosa 1988