Snapshot
- Overview
- A spicy Ceylon cinnamon leaf oil used mainly for scent.
- Category
- Fragrance
- Type
- Essential Oil
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil
An essential oil obtained by distilling leaves of Cinnamomum zeylanicum (Ceylon cinnamon). Used chiefly to give a warm, spicy scent; variability and sensitization concerns keep levels low, and evidence for routine topical benefits is limited.
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Our take
Is Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil a Good Ingredient?
Primarily a fragrance component with scant skincare efficacy, while allergenic constituents can irritate or sensitize skin, warranting cautious, very low use. Little upside and real risk keep it at Poor.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Imparts a warm, spicy character to products; effects beyond fragrance lack strong support and it may provoke sensitivity in some.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Used mainly in perfumes, body mists, and rinse-off formats such as body washes at minimal doses to limit irritation risk.
Before you use it
Safety
Elevated risk of irritation and sensitization due to potent, volatile fragrance components; avoid damaged or highly reactive skin and favor rinse-off formats. EU allergen disclosure rules apply when allergens exceed thresholds.
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