Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil

CINNAMON LEAF ESSENTIAL OIL

With its distinct sweet and spicy aroma, Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil is a natural botanical extract gaining popularity in personal care and wellness formulations.

Derived from the leaves of the Cinnamomum tree through steam distillation, this oil offers a softer, more balanced profile compared to Cinnamon Bark Oil. While both come from the same plant, Cinnamon Leaf Oil is typically higher in eugenol, a naturally occurring compound known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties (in contrast to Cinnamon Bark Oil and its higher levels of cinnamaldehyde – creating a stronger in aroma and skin-sensitising effects).

Cinnamon has a rich history dating back thousands of years, used across ancient Chinese, Egyptian and Roman cultures for its aromatic and medicinal value. Today, Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil is valued for its ability to support circulation, ease muscle discomfort and promote a sense of warmth and relaxation.

In modern applications, it is widely used in aromatherapy for its mood-lifting and grounding qualities, as well as in massage blends where its gentle warming effect can help soothe tired muscles and joints. Its natural antibacterial and antifungal properties also make it a useful addition to skincare, hair care and home cleaning products.

• Rich in the natural compound eugenol, Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil is known for its potent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
• These properties contribute to its reputation as a warming oil that supports circulation and overall wellbeing.
• The gentle warming effect of Cinnamon Oil makes it a popular choice in massage therapy, where it can help ease muscle discomfort, joint stiffness and physical tension.
• In aromatherapy, the warm, spicy aroma from Cinnamon Oil can help uplift the mood, reduce feelings of stress, and support emotional balance.
• Cinnamon Leaf Oil is also used in skincare formulations, where its antibacterial and antioxidant properties may help support clearer, more balanced-looking skin.
• In hair care, Cinnamon Oil can help support scalp health and protect against environmental stressors, contributing to stronger, healthier-looking hair.
• The natural antimicrobial qualities in Cinnamon Oil make it a useful addition to home cleaning blends and air freshening formulations.

Cinnamon Leaf Oil Key Benefits:

• Rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
• Supports circulation and overall wellbeing 
• Helps ease sore muscles and joint discomfort 
• Offers antimicrobial and antibacterial support 
• Promotes a clean, balanced scalp environment 
• Supports stronger, healthier-looking hair 
• Helps purify and clarify the skin 
• May assist with minor skin irritations 
• Uplifts mood and supports emotional balance 
• Aroma creates a warm, comforting atmosphere
• Supports natural home cleaning and air freshening

Cinnamon Leaf Oil Therapeutic Properties:
Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anti-fungal, Antimicrobial, Analgesic, Circulatory Stimulant, Antiseptic, Immune Support 

Cinnamon Leaf Oil General Uses:
Aromatherapy, Perfumes & Home Fragrance, Personal Care, Massage, Skincare, Hair Care, Pain Relief, Muscle & Joint Support, Candles & Soaps, Home Cleaning, Air Freshening, Wellness Support

Cinnamon Leaf Oil Emotional Benefits:
Warming, Uplifting, Comforting, Grounding, Stimulating, Revitalising, Invigorating, Balancing, Energising, Motivating, Soothing, Restorative 

Cinnamon Leaf Oil Blends Well With:
Cedarwood, Clove Bud, Ginger, Grapefruit, Frankincense and Orange Sweet essential oils.

How to use Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil

• Diffuse: Add a few drops of Cinnamon Leaf Oil to an aromatherapy diffuser and allow its refreshing scent to fill the space, helping your mood improve as you relax.
• Topically: Add 4-6 drops of Cinnamon Leaf Oil to a 15ml roller bottle and top with Fractionated Coconut Oil to create an on-the-go roller blend. Apply to your wrists, temples, behind your ears & bottoms of your feet.
  See topical dilution guide below for safe topical application
  
• Fast Remedy: Add 1-2 drops of Cinnamon Leaf Oil to a tissue and inhale at a distance while ensuring that the oil does not come into direct contact with your skin. Alternatively, you can smell the oil directly from the bottle! 
• Massage: Dilute a few drops of Cinnamon Leaf Oil into a carrier oil or massage oil to soothe sore and fatigued muscles. You can also rub into your temples or lower abdomen to help alleviate menopause symptoms.
• Hair treatment: Add a few drops of Cinnamon Essential Oil to your shampoo bottle and mix well before application to help promote a healthy scalp and reduce dandruff. 
• Household Cleaner: To create a natural Cinnamon spray cleaner for bathrooms and kitchens, add 15–20 drops of oil to a full spray bottle of water and use to wipe down key areas that require a disinfectant.

Topical Dilution Guidelines
Please note that the following guidelines are recommended for healthy adults:

• General Use: 2 – 4% dilution (4 – 8 drops per 10ml)
• Facial Application: 1 – 2% dilution (2 – 4 drops per 10ml)