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Plant Therapy Nutmeg Essential Oil

$10.99

10 ml (1/3 fluid ounce)

Nutmeg Essential Oil is warming, comforting, and stimulating for circulation, digestion, and emotional balance.*

  • Relieves queasy tummies and stimulates sluggish digestion*
  • Eases the discomfort of aching joints and muscles*
  • Improves memory and focus*
  • Stimulates joy and a positive outlook*
  • Improves bad breath*
  • Encourages smooth skin*

Plant Therapy Nutmeg Essential Oil

The aroma of nutmeg is one we all know and love. It evokes a warm, comforting feeling and makes us think of fall and winter seasons. This spice is so loved, that it once sparked a war over who could control its commerce.

In Ayurvedic medicine, nutmeg oil was used for respiratory troubles, fevers, headaches, digestive upset, and more. These days, you’ll find nutmeg essential oil used in natural dental products, soaps, skincare products, and analgesic ointments, as well as in aromatherapy.


  • Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans


  • Aromatic Scent: Rich, sweet, spicy-woody scent


  • Strength of Aroma: Medium


  • Country of Origin: Indonesia


  • Extraction Method: Steam distilled


  • Plant Part: Kernels


  • Kid Safe: No


In aromatherapy, nutmeg relieves stress by evoking feelings of warmth and comfort. It helps to boost a downcast mood and may increase the activity of neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine. It also stimulates brain activity, lifting mental fatigue and improving memory and focus.*

When diffused before sleep, nutmeg essential oils can act as a sedative, calming and soothing the mind and prompting the body to relax. It's even reputed to prompt more vivid, detailed dreams!*

Struggling with congestion and a stubborn cough? Nutmeg essential oil can help ease coughs and open bronchial airways for clearer breathing. It will also stimulate better blood flow throughout the body, which makes it an excellent support for those struggling with neuropathy, arteriosclerosis, and other circulation issues.*

Topically, nutmeg essential oils’ ability to stimulate circulation helps you to elevate your skincare routine. Antioxidants in this spicy essential oil target free radicals that damage collagen and elastin in the skin. Nutmeg oil can help to fight off fine lines and wrinkles associated with aging.*

Nutmeg Essential Oil Blends Well With:

  • Cedarwood

  • Clary Sage

  • Copaiba

  • Coriander Seed

  • Frankincense Serrata

  • Lemongrass

  • Sweet Marjoram

  • Sandalwood

  • Tea Tree

  • Vetiver

Suggested Use: Add Nutmeg to a carrier oil and rub in clockwise circles on the abdomen. Add a couple drops to an ounce of milk or teaspoon of carrier oil, then add that mixture to a ½ cup of Epsom salts in a warm bath to help soothe away aches.

Cautions: This blend is not child safe. Do not use undiluted on skin. Keep out of reach of children. If used in excess, Nutmeg essential oil can cause toxic symptoms. We recommend a maximum dilution of 0.8% for topical applications. Consult a physician before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, or have a medical condition. We do not recommend the ingestion of essential oils.

Please Be Advised: The International Federation of Aromatherapists does not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. All cautions listed for individual oils do not include those cautions from ingestion.

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Ingredients: Myristica Fragrans (Nutmeg) Kernel Oil
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