Cinnamon Leaf Pure Essential Oil

Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil (Cinnamomum verum)

Origin: Native to Sri Lanka, now also cultivated across Madagascar, the Seychelles, India, and parts of South America. Sri Lanka remains the most notable source of true cinnamon. The oil is steam-distilled from the dried leaves of the cinnamon tree, which belongs to the Lauraceae (laurel) family. Cinnamon leaf oil is distinct from cinnamon bark oil, which is extracted from the inner bark and has a different chemical profile, scent character, and potency. True cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), also known as Ceylon cinnamon, is botanically different from cassia (Cinnamomum cassia), which is sometimes sold under the same common name. Cinnamon has been one of the most prized and traded aromatic substances in history, with a deeply established place in perfumery traditions worldwide.

Scent: Warm, spicy, and distinctly clove-like with a sharp, pungent, herbaceous character. Bold and aromatic - there's a strong, eugenol-rich warmth balanced by a dry, woody, slightly bitter undertone. Less sweet and less immediately recognisable as "cinnamon" than cinnamon bark oil - rougher, greener, and more herbaceous in character. Full-bodied, assertive, and long-lasting - a raw, earthy spice scent with a warm, leathery depth.

Uses:

• Used in natural perfumery as a warm, spicy accent - adds a raw, earthy warmth and a clove-like depth to blends
• A distinctive addition to diffuser blends, bringing a warm, spicy atmosphere to any space
• Widely used in candle making and soap crafting for its bold, warm, aromatic character
• A more affordable alternative to cinnamon bark oil for large-batch crafting and natural household products
• Blends well with orange, vanilla, clove, frankincense, cedarwood, ginger, cardamom, bergamot, and ylang ylang oils
• Popular in artisan fragrance work for spicy, oriental, gourmand, and festive compositions

Around the Home

• Natural air freshener - add a few drops to a diffuser for a warm, spicy scent, especially nice in autumn and winter
• DIY room sprays and linen sprays
• Add to homemade candles or wax melts
• Add to homemade cleaning solutions for a pleasant scent (countertops, floors)
• Potpourri refresher - drop onto dried potpourri to revive the scent

Personal Care & DIY Products

• Ingredient in homemade soaps (used sparingly - always dilute properly and patch test before use)
• Scent component in DIY perfume or cologne blends - pairs well with orange, clove, vanilla, and sandalwood
• Add to sugar or salt scrubs for a warming exfoliant
• Homemade lip balms (in very small amounts)

Seasonal & Craft Uses

• Scent pinecones or ornaments for holiday décor
• Add to simmering stovetop potpourri with orange peels and cloves
• Use in homemade playdough for a sensory activity

Garden & Outdoors

• Add to DIY garden sprays for a strong, spicy scent throughout your beds
• Popular aromatic addition to outdoor diffusers and patio sprays

Important Information:

• For External Use only
• Cinnamon leaf oil is high in eugenol - always use very sparingly and dilute well with a suitable carrier oil before applying to skin
• May cause significant skin sensitivity and irritation if not properly diluted - always perform a patch test before use
• Not recommended for use on young children
• Distinct from cinnamon bark oil, which is even more potent and has a different chemical profile 
• Do not confuse with cassia oil (Cinnamomum cassia), which is a different species
• Consult a qualified professional before use if pregnant or nursing
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store in a cool, dark place to preserve freshness

Available in 10ml, 30ml, 50ml and 100ml sizes

Supplied in glass amber bottles with inbuilt dropper and tamper evident cap

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