West Indies Bay Essential Oil

$22.00
West Indies Bay Essential Oil

West Indies Bay Essential Oil

$22.00
Size 10ml

Pure Essential Oil | Pimenta racemosa

West Indies Bay Essential Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil obtained from the leaves of Pimenta racemosa, used in to add warm, spicy, and aromatic depth. It sits between clove, bay leaf, and soft woods, bringing heat and structure to spicy, fougère, and masculine-leaning compositions.

West Indies Bay presents a warm, spicy-aromatic profile with clove-like heat, herbal sharpness, and a dry woody undertone. The impression is robust and energising rather than sweet, with a slightly medicinal edge that adds clarity and bite. In blends, it reads confident and assertive, contributing spice and backbone without heaviness when used carefully.

West Indies Bay functions primarily as a heart note, supporting spice and aromatic structures.

Recommended concentration: 0.05–2% (potent; use sparingly)

Particularly effective in:
Spicy fougères and aromatic woods
Barbershop, bay rum, and masculine-style compositions

Blends well with:
Citrus notes (bergamot, bitter orange, lime)
Lavender, rosemary, and clary sage
Woods (cedarwood, sandalwood)
Resins for warmth and depth

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including soaps, aftershaves, candles, and home fragrance at controlled levels

Small adjustments strongly influence warmth and intensity.

Material Type: Essential oi
Botanical Name: Pimenta racemosa
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
CAS Number: 8006-78-8
Origin: India
Odour Profile: Spicy, clove-like, warm, aromatic, woody
Appearance: Pale yellow to amber liquid
Solubility: Soluble in oil and alcohol
Key Components: Eugenol, chavicol, myrcene, limonene, linalool

Dilute before skin application
Contains eugenol
Dilute before skin application
Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container
Shelf life: 2–3 years when stored correctly

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