In Ayurveda Clove essential oil is prescribed as a natural . Directions: Diffuse 4-5 drops in your home or office. Diffuse 4-5 drops in your home or office. Diffuse 4-5 drops in your home or office. You can o dilute it with coconut oil and apply it to your wrists. Put a few drops of clove oil on a cotton swab and apply the oil directly to the gums around the ful tooth. If you find the clove oil to be too strong you can dilute it with coconut oil or olive oil. This Oil is use for external use only. Do not swallow or consume this oil.