Cardamom CO₂ Extract

INCI Name

Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract

Botanical Name

Elettaria cardamomum

Cardamom CO₂ extract is derived from the seeds of Elettaria cardamomum using carbon dioxide extraction. Rich in 1,8-cineole and α-terpinyl acetate, it delivers a warm, spicy-sweet aroma with uplifting and refreshing qualities. Used in serums, creams, balms, and fragrance blends, it provides aromatic depth and antioxidant support in low concentrations.

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Primary Function
Botanical Extract
Add'l Function
Antioxidant
Scent Profile
Spiced
Exotic
Warm
Is It Natural?
Naturally Identical (CO₂ Extract)
Formulate with Confidence

Botanical Building Blocks for Every Blend

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Skin Type Suitability

All
Normal
Oily
Mature
Considered Safe for Teens
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Typical Product Use

Fragrance, antioxidant, skin-conditioning agent, aromatic enhancer

Product Type(s):

Serum
Cream
Lotion
Balm
Butter
Mask
Oil
Hydrating Product
General Use

Typical Usage Range:

0.05–0.5% typical in formulations due to potency

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Supportive Qualities

Provides a warm, spicy-sweet aroma; traditionally valued for its uplifting and refreshing qualities; supportive in aromatic cosmetic blends

Primary Components:

1,8-cineole, α-terpinyl acetate, linalyl acetate, limonene, sabinene

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Important to Know

May cause sensitization at high concentrations; patch test recommended; avoid direct use on infants and very sensitive skin

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Sourcing Tips

Preferred Extraction Method:

CO₂ extraction

Choose cosmetic-grade CO₂ extract; prefer organic sources from India or Guatemala; store in dark glass away from heat

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More information*

Explore additional safety and regulatory data from trusted external sources:

Cosmetics Info
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
EWG's Skin Deep
INCIDecoder
SkinSAFE
SpecialChem

*The ingredient details on this page are intended for general educational use and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional properties, uses, or safety considerations may be available from other sources. Root & Ritual Apothecary is not affiliated with Cosmetics Info, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), INCIDecoder, SkinSafe, EWG Skin Deep, or SpecialChem. External links are provided solely for informational purposes; Root & Ritual does not control or guarantee the accuracy, methodology, or conclusions of third-party sources, including consumer rating systems such as EWG.