CARDAMOM ESSENTIAL OIL
A sweet, warm and spicy essential oil with a fresh, refined aromatic character.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum
Family: Zingiberaceae
Origin: South-West India; cultivated across tropical regions
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the seeds
Note: Middle
Colour: Colourless to pale yellow
Aroma: Warm, sweet, spicy and fresh
About This Essential Oil
Cardamom Essential Oil has a warm, sweet and spicy aroma with fresh, lightly woody undertones. Its refined aromatic character makes it a distinctive addition to diffuser blends, natural perfumery and carefully formulated body-care products. It pairs especially well with citrus, resinous, woody and other spice aromas.
Key Benefits
• Provides a warm, sweet and spicy aroma
• Adds freshness to spice-based aromatic blends
• Creates an uplifting aromatic atmosphere
• Adds refined depth to natural perfumery
• Complements citrus, woody and resinous aromas
• Suitable for carefully formulated body-care products
History
Cardamom is one of the world's longstanding culinary spices and has an extensive history of trade across South Asia, the Middle East and Europe. The aromatic seeds are used in foods, beverages, fragrance preparations and incense-inspired blends. Today Cardamom is cultivated in several tropical regions and remains highly valued for its complex sweet-spicy aroma.
Main Chemical Components
Oxides, Esters
Aromatic Characteristics
• Warm and spicy
• Sweet
• Fresh
• Lightly woody
• Refined and complex
• Clear and diffusive
• Middle aromatic note
Aromatic Uses
• Adds warmth and freshness to diffuser blends
• Provides sweet-spicy depth in natural perfumery
• Complements citrus, woody and resinous aromas
• Adds character to incense-inspired aromatic blends
• Can be included at low concentrations in body-care formulations
Aromatic Profile
• Often described as warm and uplifting
• Fresh and stimulating to the senses
• Refined sweet-spicy aromatic character
• Well suited to welcoming or focused spaces
• Individual responses to aromas vary
Blends Well With
Bergamot, Cajeput, Fennel, Frankincense, Ginger, Juniper, Lemon, Peppermint, Pine, Rosewood, Tea Tree, Thyme, Rose, Clove and other spice oils.
Health & Safety
• For external use only; do not ingest or apply undiluted.
• Use in appropriate dilution.
• May irritate or sensitise skin; patch test before first use.
• Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes.
• Use only in well-ventilated areas and do not inhale directly from the bottle.
• Seek qualified advice before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, on children, or if you have a medical condition, take medication or have particular sensitivities.
• Discontinue use if irritation or an adverse reaction occurs.
• Keep the container tightly closed and do not use oil that has oxidised.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals.
• Store securely below 25°C, away from direct sunlight and heat.
