Nutmeg Essential Oil

Nutmeg essential oil is warm spicy oil extracted by steam distillation from the dried fruit and seeds of ground nutmeg and originates from Indonesia. The oil is colourless or light yellow and has been considered a valuable spice in Europe since the middle ages, famed for its flavour and preservatives qualities.

Massage oil can be created using nutmeg and other essential oils with carrier oil for muscular pains associated with rheumatism or overexertion. Nutmeg has a tradition of easing aches and pains, especially when combined with massage or a hot bath. Nutmeg oil is instrumental in warming and toning the muscles after a deep tissue, oriental or sports massage. Alternatively, It stimulates the heart and circulation, has anti-inflammatory properties relieving pain muscular aches and pain and consequently nutmeg is a major ingredient in some cough syrups. The fragrance of Nutmeg oil is musky and has become popular in perfumery. Aromatically, Nutmeg essential oil helps to relax the body and mind to ensure a peaceful and full night’s sleep. This oil has soothing and comforting properties, is emotionally uplifting and balancing.

Nutmeg essential oil is used in the Blood Circulation, Insomnia & Stress, Muscle & Joint Pain and Cough massage oil blend treatment at Oriental Massage Galway (OMG).