Cascarilla (Croton eluteria) is a woody essential oil with a warm, woody, spicy aroma and a base note. Steam distillation from bark, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Frankincense (Carterii), Benzoin (Siam), Myrrh. For topical use, keep dilution at or below 5%.
Cascarilla bark oil. Warm woody-spicy character. Used in perfumery and traditional medicine.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Base |
| Aroma family | Woody |
| Chemical family | Monoterpene |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | bark |
| Origin | Bahamas, Cuba |
| Blending factor | 5 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 5.0 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 5% |
| Max facial dilution | 2.5% |
| Pregnancy | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Generally suitable, well diluted (from ~2 months) |
| Cats | Not recommended |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Evidence: Traditional.
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Cascarilla essential oil smell like?
Cascarilla has a warm, woody, spicy, sweet aroma, classed as a woody oil with a base note.
What is the safe dilution for Cascarilla?
For topical use, keep Cascarilla at or below 5%, and 2.5% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Cascarilla safe to use during pregnancy?
Cascarilla is generally considered suitable during pregnancy when properly diluted. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before use.
Is Cascarilla safe to use around children?
Cascarilla is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted (from around 2 months). Consult a professional for young children.
Is Cascarilla safe around pets?
For cats — avoid; not considered safe; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Cascarilla blend well with?
Cascarilla pairs well with Frankincense (Carterii), Benzoin (Siam), Myrrh, Cedarwood (Atlas), Vetiver.