Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil

Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil
Cinnamomum zeylanicum | Bark | Steam Distilled | Origin: Sri Lanka

Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil is steam distilled from the whole bark of Cinnamomum zeylanicum, the prized Sri Lankan cinnamon revered for its purity and potency. With a deep, spicy sweet aroma that’s far richer than cinnamon leaf oil, this intensely warming essential oil is highly concentrated and should always be used with great caution.

Rich in cinnamaldehyde, the compound that gives it its characteristic punch, Cinnamon Bark oil has been used traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine to support circulation, ease digestive complaints, and stimulate the senses. Energetically yang and powerfully stimulating, it’s known to be Vata and Kapha pacifying.

Historically, cinnamon was used in sacred perfumery and embalming rituals by ancient Egyptians, Romans, and various spiritual traditions. Its scent evokes heat, vitality, and passion, making it a favourite in perfumery and seasonal blends, but one that demands respect in topical use due to its high dermal sensitisation risk.

✔ Warming & Stimulating
Invigorates the senses and supports healthy circulation when used aromatically.
✔ Highly Antimicrobial
Cinnamaldehyde rich, offering potent cleansing properties in low dilution cleaning blends.
✔ Digestive Support
Traditionally used for easing bloating, flatulence, and sluggish digestion.
✔ Spiritual & Perfume Use
Symbolic of vitality and warmth, historically valued in sacred anointing oils.
✔ Rich Seasonal Aroma
Perfect in small amounts for festive blends, combining beautifully with citrus and spice oils.

Uses

Diffuse sparingly to create a warm, uplifting atmosphere. For topical applications, a maximum dilution of 0.07% is strongly recommended (approx. 1 drop per 100ml carrier oil). Can be used to scent natural cleaning sprays or spiritual blends with extreme caution. It's contraindicated during pregnancy, breastfeeding, on broken skin, or for children. It may inhibit blood clotting and interact with certain medications

Shelf Life
Best used within 3 - 4 years of opening. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place, preferably in the fridge to preserve its volatile compounds and avoid oxidation.