Cassia Essential Oil
Best for: Rich, spicy diffuser blends for cosy winter evenings
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Cassia essential oil is steam distilled from the bark, leaves and twigs of Cinnamomum cassia, a close relative of true cinnamon. It has a warm, sweet, spicy-woody aroma, more robust and earthy than cinnamon itself, and sits as a rich middle note.
Its bakery-like warmth makes it a favourite for diffusing in the colder months, and it is traditionally associated in aromatherapy with grounding, meditation and a sense of inner strength and confidence. Blended with lavender, it makes a cosy evening aroma. Cassia is one of the most potent oils in our range and a strong skin irritant and sensitiser, so it is best enjoyed in a diffuser rather than on the skin.
- Warm, sweet, spicy-woody aroma
- Rich middle note with more depth than cinnamon
- Traditionally associated with grounding and inner strength
- Pairs well with clove bud, cardamom, frankincense and grapefruit
Blends well with: Clove bud, coriander, cardamom, frankincense, ginger, grapefruit, lavender, rosemary and thyme
About this oil
Cassia essential oil is steam distilled from the bark, leaves and twigs of Cinnamomum cassia, a close relative of true cinnamon. It has a warm, sweet, spicy-woody aroma, more robust and earthy than cinnamon itself, and sits as a rich middle note.
Its bakery-like warmth makes it a favourite for diffusing in the colder months, and it is traditionally associated in aromatherapy with grounding, meditation and a sense of inner strength and confidence. Blended with lavender, it makes a cosy evening aroma. Cassia is one of the most potent oils in our range and a strong skin irritant and sensitiser, so it is best enjoyed in a diffuser rather than on the skin.
- Warm, sweet, spicy-woody aroma
- Rich middle note with more depth than cinnamon
- Traditionally associated with grounding and inner strength
- Pairs well with clove bud, cardamom, frankincense and grapefruit
Uses
- Diffuser or vaporiserAdd 1–2 drops to your diffuser or oil burner with water, on its own or with lavender or frankincense, for a cosy, spicy room aroma.
- BlendingUse it as an accent rather than the main oil. One drop brings warmth to citrus, resin and spice blends such as grapefruit, frankincense and cardamom.
- Massage and aromatherapyNot recommended for massage, aromatherapy or other skin applications at home, as it can irritate the skin even when diluted. If it is used on the skin at all, keep it to a tiny fraction of a percent (well under 0.5%, less than 3 drops per 30ml) and patch test first. Never add it to bath water.
Blends well with
Cassia Essential Oil pairs nicely with these oils. Tap one to find it in the shop.
Specifications
| Botanical name | Cinnamomum cassia |
|---|---|
| Plant part | Bark, leaves and twigs |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Purity | 100% pure and natural |
| Appearance | Pale yellow to orange-brown liquid |
| Aroma | Warm, sweet and spicy-woody |
| Size options | 10ml, 25ml, 50ml, 100ml, 200ml |
| Origin | China |
| Shelf life | 2 years when stored in a cool, dark place |
Safety & storage
- For external use only. Do not take internally.
- Strong skin irritant and sensitiser. Not recommended for skin use. Never apply undiluted and never add to bath water.
- If used on the skin at all, patch test the diluted blend on a small area for 24 hours before full use.
- Keep well away from eyes, mucous membranes and the face. Do not use on broken or irritated skin.
- Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and with babies and children.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Storage: Store tightly capped in the original dark glass bottle, away from heat and direct sunlight.
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Shipping & returns
We aim to dispatch within 1 working day from our Kaiapoi warehouse. Delivery usually takes up to 2 working days in the South Island and 2–3 in the North Island (rural addresses 1–2 days longer). Shipping is calculated at checkout.
See our shipping policy and returns policy, or call 0800 228 767.
