Absolute Aroma Clove Bud Essential Oil (10ml). The Clove oil is steam distilled from the buds.. Try adding 1 drop of Clove Bud Essential Oil and 1 drop of Lavender oil to a bowl of hand-hot water, soak a flannel in the water and wring out. Place the flannel on the affected area and leave until it loses its warmth.. To help stave off winter chills, add 1 drop of Clove Bud Oil, 2 drops of Lavender oil and 2 drops of Bergamot oil to the water in an oil burner or diffuser and allow the aroma to fill the room.