Top 7 Cardamom Essential Oil Uses

Cardamom essential oil was one of the most prized spices in Ancient Greece and Rome. It’s from the ginger family, and is compared to it in terms of being beneficial to the digestive system in a variety of ways. Here are the top 7 cardamom essential oil uses!

This essential oil is from seeds after they have dried for more than three months, and it has a spicy, fruity, warm, balsamic aroma. Cardamom is known as one of the most versatile spices around the world.

How do you use Cardamom oil?

There are three ways to use Cardamom oil.

• Aromatically– It can be diffused around your home through a diffuser.
• Topically– When using topically, it should be diluted using a carrier oil (like organic fractionated coconut oil). A great way to use essential oils quickly and easily is by creating essential oil rollerballs.
• Internally– This oil is a spice for cooking and baking and can have some great benefits. Make sure you only use quality, therapeutic grade essential oils that have undergone rigorous third party testing. Here is some more information on what oils I recommend.

Related: Learn how to make essential oil roller bottles plus get access to 45+ roller bottle recipes!

Cardamom essential oil uses.

One of the reasons why essential oils are so great is because there are so many different ways to use them. This oil is no different, and it offers some great therapeutic benefits! Here are the top cardamom essential oil benefits and uses!

1. Digestive support

Cardamom oil calms and promotes healthy digestion. It also may help to ease occasional indigestion and maintain overall gastrointestinal health.

This is a great oil to aid digestion and support healthy GI function.

Dilute it with an organic carrier oil. Then apply the oil topically to your abdomen.

2. Respiratory support

This oil promotes clear breathing and maintains respiratory health. It can be applied to the chest when diluted with an organic carrier oil, or diffused in your favorite diffuser.

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3. Mental clarity

You can breathe in Cardamom essential oil for a sense of openness and clear headedness.

Diffuse Cardamom for feelings of increased mental clarity or apply topically under the nose and to the back of neck. You can use your favorite diffuser, or add 2-3 drops on a piece of diffuser jewelry to wear throughout the day.

Related: How to Diffuse Essential Oils All Day with only 3 Drops!

4. Postive mood

Cardamom essential oil is an uplifting oil that promotes a positive mood.

Diffuse it for a clearing, refreshing aroma. It can also be diluted and applied to your wrists, back of neck, or bottoms of your feet.

Related: Joyful Essential Oil Diffuser Blend

5. Calms

Who couldn’t use more calm in their lives? This essential oil promotes feelings of calmness and relaxation.

Apply it topically with an organic carrier oil, or add 4-6 drops into a diffuser and diffuse.

Related: Peaceful Essential Oil Diffuser Recipe

6. Immune support

It supports a healthy immune and liver function.

You can protect against seasonal threats by diffusing when needed or applying topically using an organic carrier oil.

7. Cooking spice

Cardamom is one of the most expensive cooking spices. This essential oil is a flavorful spice for cooking and baking, predominantly sweets, baked goods, and beverages. It adds a great Indian flavor.

Add Cardamom essential oil to breads, smoothies, meats, salads, and your favorite foods to enhance flavors.

Safety:

Dilution is recommended for this essential oil. Do not use on or near the face of infants or young children.

What blends well with Cardamom essential oil?

Cardamom essential oil blends well with Lavender essential oil, Peppermint essential oil, and Clove essential oil.

It can also be blend with Ginger, Spearmint, and Peppermint for an amazing, soothing aromatic experience.

Related: Top 15 Lavender Essential Oil Uses

Cardamom essential oil blend recipe.

There are so many great diffuser recipes you can create using this oil. Here is one of my favorite Cardamom diffuser blends to use throughout the day!

Everyday essential oil diffuser recipe:

• 2 drops Cardamom essential oil
• 2 drops Lavender essential oil
• 2 drops Clove essential oil

Let me know what you think!

Need oils? Checkout the essential oils for beginners guide here!

What is your favorite way to use cardamom essential oil? Let me know by leaving a comment below or sharing a comment or picture on my Facebook Page or tagging me on Instagram (@simply_reeni). I love hearing your feedback!

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Until Next Time,

Reeni

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Resources:

I keep an updated list of all the essential oil supplies and natural living products I recommend. I suggest checking it out to see the types of books and courses I’ve read over the last couple of years that have helped me learn how to use essential oils safely and effectively. 

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