Cinnamon Essential Oil
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Cinnamon Essential Oil
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum
• Warm
• Spicey
• Musky
Cinnamon essential oil can be obtained from both the bark and the leaf of the cinnamon tree. The oil from the bark smells like the spice used in cooking whilst that from the leaf is more reminiscent of cloves. The oil from the bark is highly irritant to the skin and should never be used on the skin. The cinnamon oil we sell is the non-toxic variety, extracted from the leaf. This can still irritate the skin, but can be used with caution, well diluted and in small amounts.
The Egyptians used the oil in foot massage and the spice was used as an ingredient in mulled wines, love potions and as a sedative during birth.
Cinnamon oil is an anti-spasmodic and can help with many digestive problems including hiccups, colic, stomach ache and cramps, colitis, flatulence, nausea and diarrhoea.
The oil can also be successfully used to ease menstrual cramps, especially when combined with clary sage. It is an emmenagogue, meaning it can bring on the start of a period, so should never be used during pregnancy.
The oil has a warming effect on the skin and the emotions. This quality has meant it has traditionally been used as an aphrodisiac. Whilst a small proportion of this oil in combination with others can increase sensation in the skin, it should never be used on the genital area where it can cause a burning sensation.
This warming effect also makes it good as a minor ingredient for massage for poor circulation, aching muscles and joints, arthritis, rheumatism and to ease the chills and discomfort that come with colds and flu.
The oil can also be used very successfully when vaporised. Again it has a warming and comforting effect, making it especially good for use in winter. For a traditional winter fragrance, try combining with Orange and Ginger. It also blends well with Benzoin, Cedarwood, Cypress and other citrus oils.
Cautions
• DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY
• Risk of sensitisation
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum
Available in 10ml, 50ml and 100ml Sizes
• Warm
• Spicey
• Musky
Cinnamon essential oil can be obtained from both the bark and the leaf of the cinnamon tree. The oil from the bark smells like the spice used in cooking whilst that from the leaf is more reminiscent of cloves. The oil from the bark is highly irritant to the skin and should never be used on the skin. The cinnamon oil we sell is the non-toxic variety, extracted from the leaf. This can still irritate the skin, but can be used with caution, well diluted and in small amounts.
The Egyptians used the oil in foot massage and the spice was used as an ingredient in mulled wines, love potions and as a sedative during birth.
Cinnamon oil is an anti-spasmodic and can help with many digestive problems including hiccups, colic, stomach ache and cramps, colitis, flatulence, nausea and diarrhoea.
The oil can also be successfully used to ease menstrual cramps, especially when combined with clary sage. It is an emmenagogue, meaning it can bring on the start of a period, so should never be used during pregnancy.
The oil has a warming effect on the skin and the emotions. This quality has meant it has traditionally been used as an aphrodisiac. Whilst a small proportion of this oil in combination with others can increase sensation in the skin, it should never be used on the genital area where it can cause a burning sensation.
This warming effect also makes it good as a minor ingredient for massage for poor circulation, aching muscles and joints, arthritis, rheumatism and to ease the chills and discomfort that come with colds and flu.
The oil can also be used very successfully when vaporised. Again it has a warming and comforting effect, making it especially good for use in winter. For a traditional winter fragrance, try combining with Orange and Ginger. It also blends well with Benzoin, Cedarwood, Cypress and other citrus oils.
Cautions
• DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY
• Risk of sensitisation
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