INCI name ; Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil

CAS number 8015-91-6

SKU code ; EN-CIL-0010

EXTRACTION METHOD ; Steam Distilled Essential Oil

PARTS USED ; Leaves

ORIGIN  ; Madagascar

COMMON NAMES : Ceylon Cinnamon, True Cinnamon

APPEARANCE : Pale amber to reddish brown coloured liquid

ODOUR NOTE : Warm, spicy, woody, resinous characteristic aroma

QUALITY : 100 % pure and natural whole essential oil.

STORAGE CONDITION ; Store in a cool dark place

Cinnamon bark oil is indicated for usages related to colds and flu, and for topical massages related to digestions and stomach pains. 

Cinnamon bark oil can be more irritating to the skin than Cinnamon leaf oil and must therefore, be even more diluted before a skin application than cinnamon leaf oil.

Cinnamon leaf oil holds more Eugenol and less Phenols than Cinnamon bark oil. Cinnamon leaf oil is more indicated for usages related to soothing muscular and joints aches and can be used in a diffuser.

This oil can cause severe irritation if used undiluted. 

Cinnamon bark and cinnamon leaf essential oils are both derived from the Cinnamomum zeylanicum or Cinnamomum verum tree, but they differ in terms of the plant parts used for extraction, chemical composition, aroma, and applications in aromatherapy, perfumery, and skincare preparations.

Plant parts used for extraction: Cinnamon bark essential oil is extracted from the tree's bark, while cinnamon leaf essential oil is extracted from the leaves.

Chemical composition: Cinnamon bark essential oil contains higher concentrations of cinnamaldehyde, which gives it a warm, spicy, and sweet aroma. On the other hand, cinnamon leaf essential oil contains higher amounts of eugenol, giving it a milder, more herbal, and somewhat medicinal aroma.

Aroma: Cinnamon bark essential oil has a richer, warmer, and sweeter aroma compared to cinnamon leaf essential oil. The latter has a lighter, more herbal scent, which is less sweet and warm.

Aromatherapy: In aromatherapy, cinnamon bark essential oil is often used for its warming and uplifting properties. It may help to relieve stress, increase focus, and support emotional well-being. Cinnamon leaf essential oil, with its milder scent and different chemical composition, is considered to have more soothing and calming properties, making it useful for relaxation and stress relief.

Perfumery: Cinnamon bark essential oil is more widely used in perfumery due to its richer, sweeter, and more distinct aroma. It adds a warm, spicy note to fragrances and blends well with other essential oils like vanilla, clove, and orange. Cinnamon leaf essential oil is less commonly used in perfumery, as its aroma is milder and less distinctive.

Cinnamon leaf essential oil is milder and considered safer for use in skincare products. However, it should still be used with caution and in proper dilution, as it may cause skin irritation in some individuals. It can be used in skincare formulations for its antimicrobial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties.

In conclusion, cinnamon bark and cinnamon leaf essential oils offer different benefits in aromatherapy, perfumery, and skincare preparations. 

While they share some properties, their distinct chemical compositions, aromas, and applications make them unique and valuable in their own right. 

Always remember to use essential oils with caution, properly diluted, and according to the recommended guidelines.

Massages & body care

• Targeted body massages: 1 drop in 10 ml C.O. or butter ++

Diffusion

• Ultrasonic Diffusers for air purification, use 10 mn 3 times a day. 6 to 12 drops in 100 ml water ++

Others 

• Homecare. a few drops in base soap to disinfect surfaces.

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Reported benefits & properties:

• Rich in Eugenol
• Powerful polyvalent Antiseptic.
• Very Large spectrum Antibacterial.
• Fungicide, and anti-parasitic
• Antiviral and Immunity stimulant.
• Anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic
• Analgesic.
• Tonifying, stimulating.
• Stops fermentations processes.
• Warming effects

Traditionally used:

• To improve air quality, Bad smells (tobacco, cooking)
• To combat all kinds of infections (diffuser)
• To alleviate deep fatigues and somnolence (diffuser)
• To soothe aches, as a local anaesthetic (targeted massages)

Traditionally used:

• To improve air quality, Bad smells (tobacco, cooking)
• To combat all kinds of infections (diffuser)
• To alleviate deep fatigues and somnolence (diffuser)
• To soothe aches, as a local anaesthetic (targeted massages)

Bay Leaf Laurel, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Rock Rose Cistus, Clove Bud, Eucalyptus radiata, Frankincense, Ginger, , Lemon, Lemongrass, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Sweet Orange, Patchouli, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Sage, Tea Tree, Thyme, Vetiver, Wintergreen.

For air purification:  sweet Orange, Lemon, Rosemary

For boosting circulation: pink grapefruit, Eucalyptus Citriodora, Rosemary verbenone, 

For Targeted massages: ginger, ylang-ylang, Rosemary verbenone

Best avoided if using multiple medications or anticoagulants.

Those with Hypersensitive skin are advised to carry out skin patch (see link below)

Do not use during the first 3 months of pregnancy / breastfeeding 

Keep out of reach of children and pets.

As a general rule, always perform a skin patch test before using your essential oils for the first time.

DO NOT USE UNDILUTED and seek medical and specialist advise when in doubt

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