Odor: Powerful, spicy, warm and sweet. Smoky!
Botanical Name: Pimenta dioica
Country of Origin: Jamaica
Extraction Technique: Steam Distilled
Components: Leaves
Color: Pale yellow or amber
Note: Middle to Top
Viscosity: Thin liquid
Properties: Anesthetic, Stress-relief, uplifts spirit, reviving, warming.
Possible Uses: Blended in very sparingly with massage oil helps with stiff or sore muscles and warms the skin. However, make sure that the amount is very low.
Great with: Oriental and spicy bases, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Neroli, Orange, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang
History & Facts: Also called pimento. Named for the fact that the aroma resembles a blend of cloves, juniper berries, cinnamon and pepper. Used as a food flavoring in stews, pickles, sauces, drinks, etc.
Safety Information: No known toxicity. Can cause sensitization and irritation of skin and membranes. Always use in very diluted quantities.