Botanical Name: Pimenta dioica / Pimenta officinalis Originate from West Indies and South America
 
Aromatic Description: Pimento Berry Essential Oil, derived from the dried berries of Pimenta dioica through steam distillation, carries a warm, spicy, sweet aroma reminiscent of clove, cinnamon, and black pepper. Belonging to the Myrtaceae family and commonly known as Allspice or Jamaica Pepper, its scent profile is complex, starting with a sharp, peppery top note, transitioning into a rich, clove-like heart, and settling into a soft, balsamic base. Energetically, it symbolizes courage, warmth, and inner strength, resonating with the Solar Plexus and Root Chakras. It is often associated with the fire element's ability to energize and invigorate.
 
Eugenol, a powerful analgesic and antiseptic compound, dominates the oil's chemical composition. Methyl eugenol, 1,8-cineole, caryophyllene, and myrcene also contribute to its diverse therapeutic benefits, including pain relief, digestive support, antimicrobial protection, respiratory aid, and emotional upliftment. Eugenol is particularly valued for easing muscular tension, stimulating circulation, and combating fatigue.
 
In aromatherapy, Pimento Berry is used in massage blends for rheumatic pain, diffusers for comforting and warming ambience, and inhalation to support respiratory health. Due to its spicy depth is also a favoured middle note in perfumery and natural cleaning solutions. It blends harmoniously with other spice oils like clove and cinnamon, citrus oils like sweet orange and bergamot, woods such as cedarwood and sandalwood, and florals like ylang-ylang and geranium. 
 
Despite its many benefits, the oil should be used with caution. Its high eugenol content can irritate sensitive skin, so topical applications must be diluted (typically below 1%). It is not recommended for use during pregnancy or with small children. When used safely and mindfully, Pimento Berry essential oil offers a unique combination of warmth, depth, and therapeutic versatility.
 
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation from Dried berries