Cassia Essential Oil

Cassia Essential Oil has a strong, warm spice aroma closely associated with cinnamon, with a rich sweetness and lingering heat. The scent is bold and intense, making it best suited to blends where a powerful spicy note is required in very small amounts.

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: Cinnamomum cassia
Plant Part Used: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Aroma: Warm, pungent, spicy with sweet undertones
Shelf Life: Once opened, store in a cool, dark place and use within 12 months for best quality.

Aroma Profile

Cassia Essential Oil opens with a sharp, spicy intensity that quickly fills the space, followed by a warm, pungent heart and a softly sweet base that lingers.

Top notes: Bright, hot spice
Middle notes: Warm, pungent cinnamon character
Base notes: Soft sweetness with lingering warmth

Scent Family

Spicy, warm, sweet

How to Use Cassia Essential Oil

There are several ways to use Cassia Essential Oil as part of aromatic and craft routines. Due to its strength, it is always used sparingly.

Diffusion

Add one or two drops to a diffuser, ideally blended with citrus or woody oils to soften the intensity and create a warm, spiced atmosphere.

Topical Use

Cassia Essential Oil must always be well diluted before skin contact. A typical dilution is 0.5 to 1%, which is around 1 drop per 20 ml of carrier oil. Carry out a patch test before use and avoid sensitive areas.

Bathing

If used, ensure Cassia Essential Oil is very well diluted in a carrier oil or dispersant before adding to bath water. Many users prefer to avoid bath use due to its potency.

Massage

Blend Cassia Essential Oil at a very low concentration into massage oils intended for warming aromatic use only.

How to Dilute Cassia Essential Oil

Cassia Essential Oil requires lower dilution levels than most essential oils.
For a 0.5% dilution, add 3 drops to 30 ml of carrier oil and mix thoroughly.
Do not exceed low concentrations unless advised by a qualified professional. Always carry out a patch test before broader application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin or history of this essential oil

Cassia Essential Oil is distilled from Cinnamomum cassia, a tree native to parts of China and Southeast Asia, long valued for its strong aromatic bark and leaves.

How is the oil produced

The oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves, capturing the plant’s characteristic warm and pungent spice aroma.

What does this essential oil smell like

It has a powerful cinnamon-like scent that is hot, sweet and deeply spicy.

Which oils blend well with it

Cassia Essential Oil blends well with citrus oils, clove, cardamom, ginger and woody oils such as 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 most commonly used in diffusers, candles, room sprays and perfumery blends where a strong spice note is needed in very small amounts.

Is it safe for children or pets

Use around children or pets should be avoided unless guidance is provided by a qualified professional, as Cassia Essential Oil is particularly strong and can be irritating.

Precautions

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute well with a suitable carrier oil before topical use.
Avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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.