Cinnamon Essential Oil

Benefits of Cinnamon Essential Oil

Used in aromatherapy:

• Diminishes feelings of depression, sadness, irritability, exhaustion and faintness;
• Uplifts the mood, and evokes a sense of calmness and wellbeing;
• Positive effect on cognitive function, improving concentration, attention span and information retention and reducing risk of memory loss;
• Stimulates the immune system and enhances blood circulation;
• Clears the airways and reduces symptoms of cold and flu;
• Reduces the severity and frequency of headaches;
• A natural aphrodisiac, strengthens libido and reduces  age-induced sexual dysfunction;
• Facilitates digestion and relieves digestive discomforts such as flatulence.

Applied Topically:

• An analgesic which promotes circulation and reduces inflammation. Relieves sore, tight or tired muscles, eases sore joints, and reduces menstrual cramps;
• Balances the skin and reduces inflammation and itching, alleviating conditions such as dryness, rashes, acne, atopic dermatitis (eczema), psoriasis and bites and stings;
• Cleanses and tones the skin and improves the appearance of age spots, fine lines and wrinkles, and scars;
• Reduces blood flow from cuts and grazes and facilities healing;
• Remedies fungal and bacterial infections;
• Acts as an insect repellent, including mosquitoes and flies;
• Cleanses the scalp, boosts hair health and growth and promotes stronger, thicker looking hair;
• A natural remedy to deter head lice.

Other uses

• An effective antibacterial and antifungal cleaning spray;
• Room spray to purify and cleanse the air, and deter insects including mosquitoes, flies and ants.

Note: Essential oils are extremely potent and must always be diluted in a natural oil (such as almond, coconut, grape seed, jojoba oil) before application to the skin, scalp or hair). Ratio: 1 drop to 5ml oil.
Do not ingest.

Application of Cinnamon Essential Oil

For aromatherapy: add a few drops to a diffuser or oil burner.
For the treatment of fungus: topical application to the affected area.
For treatment of wounds: topical application to the affected area.
For skin and hair care: apply topically. Or add a few drops to moisturiser, body lotion, shampoo, etc.
For massage: 3 drops in 15-20 ml of base oil
For room or disinfecting spray: add a couple of drops to a spray bottle of water.

Basic Properties of Cinnamon Essential Oil

Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, carminative, coagulant, relaxant.

Extraction Method: Steam distillation

Parts Used: Bark

Aroma: Spicy, sweet