Bay Essential Oil | Abbey Essentials
BAY ESSENTIAL OIL
Botanical name: Pimenta racemosa
WHY CHOOSE ABBEY ESSENTIALS BAY OIL?
Made from hand-harvested Bay Rum leaves and berries across the West Indies, this oil is steam-distilled in small batches to preserve its fresh, woody, clove-like top notes. Abbey Essentials’ ethical sourcing and rapid processing ensure a consistently bright, stimulating oil.
OVERVIEW
Bay essential oil has a warming, stimulating aroma reminiscent of clove and spice. Traditionally used as an antiseptic and scalp tonic, it may help to balance oily hair, support circulation and refresh the senses.
NOTES
- Top Note: Fresh, spicy-woody opening
- Middle Note: Warm, clove-like heart
- Base Note: Subtle, herbaceous undertone
SCENT FAMILY
Spicy · Woody · Herbal
AROMATIC DESCRIPTION
Bright woody top notes with a spicy-clove core and a gentle herbaceous finish.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
Antiseptic · Circulation-support · Scalp-balancing · Uplifting
VOLATILITY & EVAPORATION RATE
Fast evaporation; ideal for top-note prominence in blends.
PLANT ORIGIN & PRODUCTION
- Botanical Source: Pimenta racemosa
- Grown in: Barbados, Jamaica & West Indies
- Plant Part: Dried leaves & berries
- Extraction Method: Steam distillation
- Aroma Profile: Fresh, woody, clove-like
TRADITION & NATURAL WELLNESS USE
Historically used as an antiseptic and in traditional West Indian scalp treatments, Bay oil may help to:
- Support healthy scalp and hair balance
- Stimulate circulation in massage blends
- Refresh the mind and uplift mood
IDEAL FOR
- Scalp-balancing massage oils
- Circulation-enhancing blends
- Aromatherapy diffusers and inhalations
- DIY baths and compresses
- Natural antiseptic sprays
POPULAR USES
AROMATHERAPY (MOOD & ATMOSPHERE)
Add 3—5 drops to a diffuser or warm-water bowl to invigorate and refresh your space.
HOLISTIC & WELLNESS ROUTINES
Blend 2—4 drops with carrier oil and massage onto temples or limbs to support circulation. Note: see your product label for dilution guidelines and seek professional advice for health concerns.
DIY HAIR & SCALP TREATMENTS
Add 2—3 drops to 10 ml base oil and massage into scalp to help balance oily roots and promote scalp health. Patch test before use.
HOME CLEANING & ANTISEPTIC SPRAYS
Mix 8—10 drops with 500 ml water and a splash of vinegar for a natural antiseptic spray. Shake before use.
CRAFTING & CANDLE MAKING
Ideal for spicy-woody candles, reed diffusers and incense blends to impart a fresh-spice top note.
CAUTION
Essential oils are highly concentrated–always dilute before applying to skin. Dilute to 2—5 % in a carrier oil; see your product label for specifics. Not recommended for internal use. Bay oil may irritate mucous membranes–use in moderation. Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical supervision. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Antiseptic · Scalp support · Circulation tonic · Spicy aroma · DIY fragrance