Mace oil is extracted from the dried, lacy aril surrounding nutmeg seed. It yields a pale yellow to orange liquid with a warm, spicy, and slightly sweeter aroma than nutmeg oil. Rich in compounds like myristicin and elemicin, mace oil is used in aromatherapy for its stimulating and digestive properties. It is the off season for mace and supply is limited. But carry-over stock is sufficient to meet demand. Production is expected to increase once the season for mace begins. Yield is low during the off-season, which puts pressure on the supply. The current supply situation and steady demand for mace oil has led to a spike in oil price. Until fresh stock becomes available, price is expected to stay elevated.