Bay Essential Oil

Bay Essential Oil has a fresh, spicy-woody aroma with a clear clove-like character. The scent is bright and warming, with an herbal depth that makes it well suited to aromatic blends where a lively spice note is required.

Product Details

Bottled in the UK for freshness and traceability.
100% pure natural essential oil with no fillers, synthetics or additives.
Ethically sourced and cruelty free.
Vegan friendly.
Supplied in amber glass bottles to help protect the oil from light.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Pimenta racemosa
Plant Part Used: Leaves and berries
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Aroma: Fresh, spicy, woody and clove-like
Shelf Life: Once opened, store in a cool, dark place and use within 12 months for best quality.

Aroma Profile

Bay Essential Oil opens with a fresh, spicy-woody lift, moves into a warm clove-like middle, and finishes with a soft herbal undertone that adds balance to the aroma.

Top notes: Fresh, spicy and woody
Middle notes: Warm, clove-like spice
Base notes: Soft, herbaceous warmth

Scent Family

Spicy, woody, herbal

How to Use Bay Essential Oil

There are several ways to use Bay Essential Oil as part of everyday aromatic routines.

Diffusion

Add a few drops of Bay Essential Oil to water in a diffuser to gently release its fresh, spicy aroma into the room.

Topical Use

Always dilute Bay Essential Oil with a suitable carrier oil before applying to the skin. A typical dilution rate is 1 to 2%, which is around 1 to 2 drops per 10 ml of carrier oil. Carry out a patch test before use and use sparingly.

Bathing

Add a small amount of properly diluted Bay Essential Oil to warm bath water to create a lightly spiced aromatic atmosphere.

Massage

Blend Bay Essential Oil with a carrier oil at an appropriate dilution and use as part of a massage routine.

How to Dilute Bay Essential Oil

General use usually requires a 1 to 2% dilution. For every 30 ml of carrier oil, add approximately 6 to 12 drops of Bay Essential Oil and mix well in a dark glass container.
For sensitive skin, a lower dilution of around 0.5 to 1% is recommended. Always carry out a patch test before broader application, and avoid higher concentrations unless advised by a qualified professional.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin or history of this essential oil

Bay Essential Oil is distilled from Pimenta racemosa, a tree native to the Caribbean and West Indies, where it has long been valued for its distinctive aromatic leaves.

How is the oil produced

The oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves and berries, capturing the plant’s fresh, spicy and clove-like aroma.

What does this essential oil smell like

It has a bright, spicy-woody scent with a strong clove note and a gentle herbal finish.

Which oils blend well with it

Bay Essential Oil blends well with citrus oils, spicy oils and some woody oils, helping to add warmth and lift to blends.

How should the oil be stored

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the cap tightly closed to help preserve the aroma.

How is it best used

It is commonly used for diffusion, diluted topical applications and for scenting crafted products, always following correct dilution guidance.

Is it safe for children or pets

Use around children or pets should be avoided unless guidance is provided by a qualified professional, as Bay Essential Oil is highly concentrated and can be sensitising.

Precautions

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before topical use.
Avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Use in moderation, as the aroma can be strong.
Keep away from children.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Carry out a patch test before use.
Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes.