Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil Information Page
Cinnamomum zeylanicum (Ceylon Cinnamon) Leaf Essential Oil
1. General Information
| Attribute |
Details |
| 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 liquid |
| Odour Note |
Warm, spicy, woody, resinous |
| Quality |
100% pure and natural whole essential oil |
| Storage |
Cool, dark place, tightly closed |
2. Composition, Aroma & Comparison
| Component |
Cinnamon Leaf Oil |
Cinnamon Bark Oil |
| Major Molecule |
High in Eugenol |
High in Cinnamaldehyde |
| Minor Molecule |
Lower Phenols |
Higher Phenols |
| Aroma |
Milder, herbal, medicinal |
Rich, warm, sweet, intense |
| Skin Use |
Safer, milder, less irritating |
More irritating, require higher dilution |
| Applications |
Skincare, diffusion, joint/muscle massage |
Strong warming, digestive, flu/cold support, perfumery |
3. Key Benefits & Reported Properties
| Property |
Effect / Strength |
| Antiseptic (polyvalent) |
Powerful—broad spectrum |
| Antibacterial |
Very large spectrum |
| Fungicide, Anti-parasitic |
Effective |
| Antiviral, Immunity stimulant |
Strong |
| Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic |
Targeted relief |
| Analgesic (pain relief) |
Localised effect |
| Tonifying, Stimulating |
Uplifting, energizing |
| Warming |
Circulatory, digestive |
4. Application & Dilution
| Use |
How to Apply / Dilute |
Suitability |
| Targeted Massages |
1 drop per 10ml carrier oil / butter |
++ |
| Diffusion |
6–12 drops in 100ml water, 10min x 3/day |
++ |
| Homecare |
A few drops in base soap or spray for surfaces |
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5. Traditional & Practical Uses
| Condition / Goal |
Method |
| Improve air quality |
Diffuse to clean smells (tobacco, cooking) |
| Combat infections |
Diffuse to sanitize air, blends with rosemary, sweet orange, lemon |
| Relieve fatigue, somnolence |
Diffusion (stimulating, energizing) |
| Soothe aches, anesthetic |
Targeted massage (joints, muscles, with carrier) |
| Disinfect surfaces |
Soap or spray application |
6. Blending & Synergy Recommendations
| Purpose |
Partner Oils |
| Air purification |
Sweet Orange, Lemon, Rosemary
|
| Circulation support |
Pink Grapefruit, Eucalyptus Citriodora, Rosemary Verbenone
|
| Targeted massage (warming/relaxing) |
Ginger, Ylang Ylang, Rosemary Verbenone
|
| Spicy, resinous blends |
Bay Leaf Laurel, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Clove Bud, Frankincense, Lemongrass, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Patchouli, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Sage, Tea Tree, Thyme, Vetiver, Wintergreen
|
| Anti-mosquito, fresh air |
Fresh air diffusion, Mosquito repellent
|
7. Safety & Precautions
| Warning |
Details |
| Pregnancy/Breastfeeding |
❌ Do not use during first 3 months or while nursing |
| Skin Sensitivity |
Safer than bark oil, but still dilute and test |
| General Use |
Never use undiluted; patch test recommended |
| Children & Pets |
Keep out of reach |
| Allergens |
May contain trace proteins/allergens if unrefined |
| Irritation |
Discontinue and seek advice if issues occur |
| Further Safety Info |
Precaution – How to Use Essential Oils Safely |
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