Mace Essential Oil

Mace Essential Oil (Myristica fragrans)

Origin: Native to the Banda Islands of Indonesia, now also cultivated across Sri Lanka, India, Grenada, and other tropical regions. Indonesia remains the most notable source. The oil is steam-distilled from the dried aril (the lacy, reddish covering) that surrounds the nutmeg seed of the fruit of the nutmeg tree, which belongs to the Myristicaceae family. Mace and nutmeg come from the same tree and the same fruit, but from different parts – mace from the outer aril and nutmeg from the inner seed – producing oils with related but distinctly different scent profiles. Mace has been one of the most prized and expensive spices in history, with ancient trade routes built around its commerce. It has an established place in perfumery and aromatic traditions.

Scent: Warm, rich, and sweetly spicy with a fresh, bright, slightly peppery character. Refined and aromatic – there's a distinctive, warm, nutmeg-like quality that is lighter, more delicate, and more lifted than nutmeg oil. Subtly woody and balsamic with a faint, green, herbaceous undertone. Smooth, elegant, and complex – a sophisticated, nuanced spice scent with a gentle, honeyed warmth and a brighter, fresher finish than its nutmeg counterpart.

Uses:

• Valued in natural perfumery as a warm, refined, spicy accent – adds a delicate, aromatic warmth and subtle complexity to blends
• A distinctive addition to diffuser blends, bringing a warm, spicy, sophisticated atmosphere to any space
• Used in candle making and soap crafting for its elegant, warm, aromatic character
• Blends beautifully with orange, cinnamon, frankincense, sandalwood, cedarwood, lavender, bergamot, cardamom, and vanilla oils
• Popular in artisan fragrance work for spicy, oriental, gourmand, and festive compositions
• A more refined and delicate alternative to nutmeg oil for those seeking a lighter, brighter spice quality

Important Information:

• For External Use Only
• Mace oil contains myristicin – always use sparingly and dilute well with a suitable carrier oil before applying to skin
• Distinct from nutmeg oil
• Perform a patch test before use
• Not recommended for use on young children
• Consult a qualified professional before use if pregnant or nursing
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store in a cool, dark place to preserve freshness

Available in 10ml, 30ml, 50ml and 100ml sizes

Supplied in glass amber bottles with inbuilt dropper and tamper evident cap 

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