Cinnamon Liquid Extract: A Maker's Guide to Using It in Soaps, Creams and DIY Care

Azlok Cinnamon Liquid Extract is a concentrated, transparent herbal extract drawn from cinnamon bark (Cinnamomum cassia), made for makers who want the benefits of cinnamon in leave-on and rinse-off products. It comes in both water-soluble (glycerin-based, alcohol-free) and oil-soluble (soy oil) versions, at a 4:1 herb-to-extract strength, and is meant to be used at just 1–2% in your formulations.

What is Cinnamon Liquid Extract?

This is a solvent-extracted concentrate rather than an essential oil or a cooking flavour. The label notes it as tasteless and near-odourless, so it behaves as a functional cosmetic ingredient instead of a fragrance. The 4:1 ratio means roughly 4 kg of cinnamon bark yields 1 kg of finished extract, giving you a potent, ready-to-blend liquid.

Two solubility options are offered so you can match it to your base:

• Water-soluble: extracted using vegetable palm glycerin (glycerol), alcohol-free, ideal for water-phase products.
• Oil-soluble: extracted using soy oil, suited to oil-phase formulas and anhydrous blends.

It is free from gluten, artificial colour, heavy metals and fertilisers, and uses BHT as a preservative note. CAS number is 8007-80-5, and the country of origin is India.

Common uses

Because it is designed for personal care rather than the kitchen, this extract fits neatly into DIY and small-batch cosmetic work. Typical applications include:

• Soap making (cold process, melt-and-pour and liquid soap)
• Shampoos and hair rinses
• Lotions, creams and body butters
• Face washes and cleansers
• Serums, toners and other leave-on care

Pick the water-soluble grade for foaming cleansers, shampoos and lotion water phases, and the oil-soluble grade for balms, facial oils and the oil phase of an emulsion.

How to use it in your formulations

Keep it simple and stick to the recommended dose. A little goes a long way with a 4:1 extract.

1. Choose the right grade for your base — water-soluble for water phases, oil-soluble for oil phases.
2. Weigh accurately. Aim for 1–2% of your total batch weight. For a 100 g cream, that is 1–2 g.
3. Add at the right stage. Blend water-soluble extract into the cooled water phase, and oil-soluble extract into the oil phase before or after emulsifying, depending on your recipe.
4. Do a small test batch first to check clarity, stability and how it plays with your other ingredients.

Always run your own preservative system in water-containing products, and check the pH of the finished item so it stays skin-friendly.

Safety notes

This is a cosmetic ingredient, not a food or medicine. A few honest precautions:

• Use only up to the recommended 1–2% and observe caution with external applications.
• Patch-test finished products on a small area of skin before regular use, as cinnamon-derived materials can be sensitising for some people.
• Avoid direct contact with the eyes.
• Keep it away from children.
• No herb–drug interactions are known, but do not treat it as a supplement or ingest it.
• Refer to the COA and MSDS for the specific grade you buy when formulating commercially.

Buying and storage

Azlok offers Cinnamon Liquid Extract in a wide range of pack sizes — 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg and 25 kg — so hobbyists and small businesses can buy to suit their scale. Pricing starts at ₹299. When ordering, confirm whether you need the water-soluble or oil-soluble version.

Store the bottle in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep it tightly closed to protect quality. The stated shelf life is 2 years. Label your decanted batches with the date so you can track freshness.

FAQ

Is Cinnamon Liquid Extract the same as cinnamon essential oil?

No. Essential oil is a highly aromatic, volatile distillate, while this is a glycerin- or oil-based extract that is tasteless and near-odourless, made to blend into cosmetic bases at low percentages.

How much should I add to my recipe?

The recommended usage is 1–2% of your total formulation weight. Start at the lower end and adjust after testing.

Which grade should I choose?

Use the water-soluble (glycerin, alcohol-free) grade for water-based products like shampoos and lotion water phases, and the oil-soluble (soy oil) grade for balms, oils and the oil phase of emulsions.

Can I eat it or use it in cooking?

No. This grade is intended for soap, cosmetics and DIY personal care, not for consumption. For cooking, use culinary cinnamon spice instead.

How long does it last and how should I store it?

The shelf life is 2 years. Keep it in a cool, dry place, tightly closed and away from sunlight, heat and children.