The Apothecary Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil (Organic)

Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil (Organic)

Unlike its sibling, cinnamon leaf essential oil has a softer, warmer, and more herbaceous note than cinnamon bark. It is also far less harsh than cinnamon bark and can be used on the skin at a dilution of 1% or less. Cinnamon leaf essential oil is a common ingredient in the perfume industry as it adds warm notes to floral accords.

Cinnamon leaf is known to be antibacterial and antispasmodic. It may assist with arthritis, circulation, chills, head lice, immune system support, infection, rheumatism and scabies. It is a stimulating oil and can be quite warming. Emotionally, cinnamon leaf helps to promote warmth and creativity. It may combat mental and physical exhaustion.

This product has not been evaluated by the CFIA or Health Canada. This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We recommend consulting with a certified health practitioner or aromatherapist before beginning therapeutic use.

Cinnamon leaf is a middle note. It is warm, spicy, herbaceous and dry.

Blends well with balsam of peru, benzoin, cardamom, chamomile roman, champaca, cistus absolute, clove, cocoa, coffee, coriander, frankincense, ginger, jasmine, lavender, myrrh, nutmeg, orange, patchouli, rose, rosemary, sage, sandalwood, spikenard, tangerine, vetiver and ylang ylang.

Do not use on children and avoid use during pregnancy. Unlike cinnamon bark, cinnamon leaf is considered safe to use on the skin. However, a heavy dilution is strongly recommended as it can irritate those with sensitive skin.