Bay West Indies - 10ml

Bay West Indies, derived from the leaves of the Pimenta racemosa tree, is a bold, spicy-sweet oil treasured for its warming, stimulating, and invigorating properties. Native to the Caribbean, this essential oil has long been a key ingredient in traditional Bay Rum aftershaves and colognes, prized for its rich aroma and skin-soothing benefits.

Characterised by its strong, clove-like scent with hints of cinnamon and allspice, Bay West Indies oil is packed with eugenol, which gives it powerful antiseptic, analgesic, and antimicrobial qualities. It is often used in massage oils to ease muscle aches, tension, arthritis, and neuralgia. Its stimulating nature makes it beneficial for boosting circulation, relieving fatigue, and enhancing alertness.

When used in hair care, Bay West Indies oil can help improve scalp health and promote stronger, shinier hair. Its intense aroma also acts as a natural deodorizer and insect repellent. Due to its strength, it should always be used in low dilution and avoided on sensitive or damaged skin.

This warming, spicy oil blends beautifully with woodsy, citrus, and herbaceous oils, lending depth and character to both masculine and energizing blends.

Bay West Indies Profile

Botanical Name: Pimenta racemosa

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: West Indies (Jamaica, Dominica, St. Thomas)

Plant Part Used: Leaves

Extraction: Steam Distillation

Perfume Note: Middle

Colour: Pale yellow to reddish-brown

Consistency: Thin to medium

Group: Spicy

Scent: Warm, spicy, sweet, clove-like with hints of cinnamon and allspice

Blends Well With: Cedarwood, Black Pepper, Lime, Orange, Clove, Ylang Ylang, Rosemary