Cinnamon in Perfume: Bark, Leaf and Warm Spiced Accords

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Bark and leaf materials can produce different cinnamon effects.

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Cinnamaldehyde is associated with bark character; eugenol contributes clove-like facets in many leaf oils.

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Cinnamon can warm flowers, woods, amber or dessert accords.

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Spicy odour does not justify tingling or irritation on skin.

Can I add kitchen cinnamon to a perfume bottle?

Avoid altering a finished fragrance with spice or essential oil. It changes an assessed formula and can create irritation, staining and stability problems.

Does a warming cinnamon smell mean my skin should tingle?

No. Warmth is an odour description, not a desired skin sensation. Stop using a product that causes burning, redness or itching.