Cinnamon Bark CO2

Cinnamon Bark CO₂ Extract – Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Part Typically Used: Dried Bark
Method of Extraction: Super-critical CO₂ Extraction (a low-temperature process for extracting plant oils. The CO₂ process extracts the 'heavier' therapeutic properties from the raw plant material, rather than steam distilled)
Class: Aldehyde
Perfumery Note: Middle
Country of Origin: India

Similar to its essential oil variant, Cinnamon Bark CO₂ oil has a strong, warm, spicy and sweet aroma. This particular batch was made from native Indian tree bark. These trees are most likely older than the cultivated type. This results in a sweeter, softer odour that’s more rounded. According to some consumer feedback, the CO₂ is more like dried cinnamon spice.

How Cinnamon Bark CO₂ Extract is Different from Cinnamon Essential Oil
The CO₂ extract captures both volatile (aromatic) and non-volatile (therapeutic) components like cinnamaldehyde and cinnamyl acetate in higher and more stable concentrations than essential oil. Compared to steam-distilled cinnamon oil, CO₂ extract has richer, fruitier depth, greater potency, and lower coumarin content (safer than Cassia). It’s more suitable for targeted skincare, oral care, and perfumery, with superior antimicrobial and flavour qualities.

Aroma
Extremely powerful, very warm, diffusive, spicy-sweet aroma with a persistent dryness and warm, lasting powdery note in the drydown.

Appearance
Light brown to clearish liquid

Description
Different natural subtleties can be discerned when CO₂ extraction is used. In fact, some of the minor discrepancies could be related to the country of origin rather than the extraction process in this case. This particular batch was made from native Indian tree bark. These trees are most likely older than the cultivated type. This results in a sweeter, softer odour that’s more rounded. According to some consumer feedback, the CO₂ is more like dried cinnamon spice.

Actions
Antiseptic, antimicrobial, antidote (to poison), parasiticide, vermifuge, antispasmodic, stimulant (circulatory, cardiac, respiratory), carminative, digestive, stomachic, aphrodisiac, antidiarrheal, anthelmintic, antiputrescent, hemostatic, refrigerant.

Special Use
Fragrance, dental preparations, cough syrups, food flavouring.

Blends Well With
Agarwood, Ambrette, Balsam of Peru, Benzoin, Cardamom, Carnation, Chamomile (Roman), Champaca, Cistus, Clove, Cocoa, Coconut, Coffee, Coriander, Frankincense, Ginger, Jasmine, Labdanum, Lavender, Linden Blossom, Liquidambar (Styrax), Myrrh, Nutmeg, Orange, Patchouli, Rose, Rosemary, Sage, Sandalwood, Spikenard, Tangerine, Tonka Bean, Tuberose, Vanilla, Ylang Ylang.

Skincare Actions
Antibacterial, antifungal, astringent, warming, circulation-boosting, stimulating, deodorising, anti-acne, oral antimicrobial, breath freshening.

Perfumery Actions
Sweet, spicy, warm, woody, fruity, rich, sharp, top-to-heart note, diffusive.

Skincare Dilution
0.05–0.2% in oral care (toothpastes, mouthwash)
0.05–0.3% in warming balms, deodorants, or foot creams
Avoid use above 0.5% on skin due to potential for irritation
Always patch test; not recommended for facial use unless at very low concentration

Perfumery Dilution
0.1–1% in natural perfumes, particularly in spicy, gourmand, oriental, or festive blends
Use carefully in alcohol-based perfumes to avoid overpowering other notes

Safety Data
Bark oil is dermal toxic, irritant and sensitising. Also irritant to mucous membranes. Should never be taken internally or used on skin undiluted.

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General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations
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