Cardamom Essential Oil

Cardamom Essential Oil has a sweet, spicy aroma with gentle warmth and a smooth balsamic-woody depth. The scent is refined and rounded, offering a soft spice character that works well in both fresh and warm aromatic blends.

Product Details

Bottled in the UK for freshness and traceability.
100% pure natural essential oil with no fillers, synthetics or additives.
Ethically sourced and cruelty free.
Vegan friendly.
Supplied in amber glass bottles to help protect the oil from light.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum
Plant Part Used: Dried seeds
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Aroma: Sweet-spicy, warm, lightly woody and balsamic
Shelf Life: Once opened, store in a cool, dark place and use within 12 months for best quality.

Aroma Profile

Cardamom Essential Oil opens with a gentle sweet-spicy brightness, develops into a warm aromatic centre, and settles into a soft, balsamic-woody base that adds smoothness to blends.

Top notes: Bright, sweet-spicy
Middle notes: Warm, aromatic and lightly resinous
Base notes: Soft, woody-balsamic warmth

Scent Family

Spicy, warm, oriental

How to Use Cardamom Essential Oil

There are several ways to use Cardamom Essential Oil as part of aromatic and craft routines.

Diffusion

Add a few drops of Cardamom Essential Oil to water in a diffuser to introduce a warm, gently spiced aroma. It blends particularly well with citrus, floral and woody oils.

Topical Use

Always dilute Cardamom Essential Oil with a suitable carrier oil before applying to the skin. A typical dilution rate is 1 to 2%, which is around 1 to 2 drops per 10 ml of carrier oil. Carry out a patch test before use.

Bathing

Blend thoroughly with a carrier oil or dispersant before adding to bath water to create a softly warming aromatic atmosphere.

Massage

Combine Cardamom Essential Oil with a carrier oil at an appropriate dilution to create a smooth, warming massage blend for external aromatic use only.

How to Dilute Cardamom Essential Oil

General use usually requires a 1 to 2% dilution. For every 30 ml of carrier oil, add approximately 6 to 12 drops of Cardamom Essential Oil and mix well in a dark glass container.
For sensitive skin, a lower dilution of around 0.5 to 1% is recommended. Always carry out a patch test before broader application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin or history of this essential oil

Cardamom Essential Oil is distilled from seeds traditionally grown in Southern India, where cardamom has long been valued for its distinctive aromatic qualities.

How is the oil produced

The oil is obtained by steam distillation of dried cardamom seeds, capturing their warm and gently sweet-spicy aroma.

What does this essential oil smell like

It has a sweet-spicy scent with warm aromatic notes and a smooth, lightly woody finish.

Which oils blend well with it

Cardamom Essential Oil blends well with citrus oils, florals such as rose and ylang ylang, and woody oils including sandalwood and cedarwood.

How should the oil be stored

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the cap tightly closed to preserve aroma quality.

How is it best used

It is commonly used in diffusers, diluted body oils, perfumes, candles and room sprays where a smooth, warming spice note is desired.

Is it safe for children or pets

Use around children or pets should be avoided unless guidance is provided by a qualified professional, as essential oils are highly concentrated.

Precautions

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before topical use.
Avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by a qualified professional.
Keep away from children.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Carry out a patch test before use.
Keep away from eyes.

Natural Variation Notice: This essential oil is 100% pure and natural. Variations in colour, viscosity or aroma may occur between batches and do not affect quality.
Disclaimer: Individual experiences may vary. Seek professional advice if unsure before use.