Cardamom Essential Oil

$34.00
Cardamom Essential Oil
Cardamom Essential Oil
Cardamom Essential Oil
Cardamom Essential Oil
Cardamom Essential Oil
Cardamom Essential Oil

Cardamom Essential Oil

$34.00
Size 10ml
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Pure Essential Oil | Elettaria cardamomum

Cardamom Essential Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil obtained from the seeds of Elettaria cardamomum, used to introduce warm spice with a fresh, citrusy lift. It offers a refined aromatic profile that bridges spice, citrus, and soft woods, adding elegance and movement to a composition.

Cardamom Essential Oil presents a fresh-spicy profile with bright citrus facets, soft sweetness, and a smooth, slightly woody undertone. The aroma is clean and polished rather than hot or aggressive, with a gentle warmth that feels airy and refined. It adds sparkle and sophistication without heaviness.

Cardamom functions primarily as a top-to-heart note, shaping freshness and warmth.

Recommended concentration: 0.1–3%

Particularly effective in:
Citrus-spice compositions, aromatic woods, modern ambers

Blends well with:
Citrus notes (bergamot, lemon, sweet orange)
Spices (coriander, ginger, cinnamon leaf)
Woods (sandalwood, cedarwood)
Resins and musks for balance

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including soaps, candles, body products, and home fragrance

It brings lift and clarity to spicy accords while maintaining softness and balance.

Material Type: Essential oil
Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum
Plant Part: Seeds
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
CAS Number: 8000-66-6
Origin: Commonly Guatemala or India (varies by batch)
Odour Profile: Warm spicy, fresh, citrusy, softly woody
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Solubility: Soluble in oil and alcohol
Key Components: 1,8-cineole, α-terpinyl acetate, limonene, linalool

For external use only, Do not ingest.
Dilute before skin application
Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container
Shelf life: 3–4 years when stored correctly

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