Cardamom Essential Oil

Meet Cardamom — fresh, warm, and endlessly balanced. The Oil Stories calls him the "Truth-teller": straightforward yet kind, always helping you find clarity in body and mind. With his digestive, respiratory, and mental focus benefits, Cardamom brings harmony wherever he goes — lightening the stomach, clearing the head, and sharpening concentration.

AROMA

Fresh - Camphoreaceous - Sweet

BENEFITS backed by SCIENCE

Eases digestion & nausea – Traditionally used for centuries to relieve gas, cramps, and nausea. Effective through inhalation or massage blends; its anti-emetic and antispasmodic actions calm the digestive tract.

Clears the chest & supports breathing – Rich in 1,8 cineole, Cardamom works as a decongestant and expectorant, easing respiratory discomfort and congestion-related headaches (Moss & Oliver, 2012).

Boosts mental clarity & focus – Inhalation enhances alertness, concentration, and energy, helping combat mental fatigue and anxiety (Moss & Oliver, 2012).

Cardamom's Story

One of the most direct and straightforward personalities, Cardamom will never mince words or sugarcoat. He is as honest as it gets. However, that doesn’t mean he always speaks to drive daggers into your heart- he can speak the absolute truth and at the same time make sure you don’t get hurt. Cardamom is the best at delivering bad news: despite his truthful, direct way, he does care about you, and is strong enough to support you through whatever hurt you may feel.

People are jealous that Cardamom can eat whatever his heart desires and never get sick or nauseous, and you will always find people flocking near him during buffets to learn the tricks of the trade. Cardamom, however, encourages balance in one’s life and one’s tummy. He firmly believes in a balance between the yin and the yang, and this shines through in how he speaks, carry himself, and also in the balance between the warmth and freshness of his personality.

Safety & Dilution

Maximum topical use dilution: Use in low dilutions only. See here DILUTION GUIDELINES  according to age or ailment.
Avoid: eyes, ears, sensitive areas
Children: not for under 5 years; use with caution for ages 5–10 due to 1,8 cineole content
Pregnancy/nursing: consult a physician
Pets: diffuse with door open so they can leave if uncomfortable
❗ Discontinue if skin irritation occurs. Do not ingest unless directed by a licensed aromatherapist or physician.

Shelf Life & Storage

Shelf Life: 5 years. 
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place with cap tightly closed. 

More Information

Latin Name: Elletaria cardamomum
Botanical Family: Zingiberaceae
Main chemical constituents: terpinyl acetate, 1,8 cineole, linalool.
Country: India
Extraction Method: Steam-distilled
Plant part used: Seeds
Culture: Organic
Aromatic note: Middle

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