All About Cinnamon Oil
About Cinnamon Oil :
Cinnamon oilenhances circulation, thereby allowing the body and hair to receive the required amounts of oxygen, vitamins, and minerals to sustain the health. It reduces menstrual cramps & reduces heavy menstrual flow. It boosts circulation & promotes the body's anti-inflammatory response. It promotes the dilation of pores.
- Cinnamon tree is derived from the tree that has two botanical names: Cinnamomumzeylanicum and Cinnamomumvervun.
- Cinnamon oil is obtained from the bark & leaves of the tree.
- It is used in aromatherapy as it diminishes depression, faintness & strengthens the immunity.
- It is used in cosmetics as it calms dry skin, relieves pain & stiffness in the joints & muscles, and revives the skin tone & more.
- It is used in medicines as it reduces inflammation, eliminates viruses, boosts immunity & improves metabolic function.
History:
Cinnamon tree is derived from the tree that has two botanical names: Cinnamomumzeylanicum and Cinnamomumvervun. It is used in spices for a long time.
It is used in different forms like spices, herbs, powders & tea.
Benefits:
Let's know about the chemical constituents of cinnamon oil:
CINNAMALDEHYDE:
- Be responsible for Cinnamon's characteristic warming and comforting scent
- Exhibit anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-microbial properties
CINNAMYL ACETATE:
- Be a fragrance agent
- Have the sweet, peppery, balsamic, spicy, and floral scent that is characteristic of Cinnamon
- Be commonly used as a fixative in manufactured perfumes
- Repel and prevent insect infestations
- Enhance circulation, thereby allowing the body and hair to receive the required amounts of oxygen, vitamins, and minerals to sustain the health of each
EUGENOL:
- Soothe ulcers and related pain
- Address gastric pain
- Reduce the chances of developing sores
- Exhibit anti-septic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties
- Eliminate bacteria
- Prevent the growth of many fungi
EUGENOL ACETATE:
- Exhibit anti-oxidant properties
- Have a sweet, fruity, balsamic scent that is reminiscent of Cloves
It is used in aromatherapy as it diminishes the depression, faintness & exhaustion. It relaxes the body & relieves joint pain. It strengthens the immune system & reduces the symptoms of cold & flu. It enhances the function of the digestive system. It has calming & tonic effects. It can reduce the nervous tension; it enhances memory & reduces memory loss.
It is used in cosmetics as it calms the dry skin & alleviates the pain & aches. It has antibacterial properties & antioxidant properties.
It is used in medicines as it reduces the inflammation & boosts immunity. It enhances circulation & pain relief that improves metabolism. It has carminative properties that's why it helps in alleviating digestion problems.
Extraction method:
It is extracted by the steam distillation method from the different parts of the plant.
Uses:
- It is used in aromatherapy as its scent diffuses irritability, unhealthy cravings due to overeating. It relieves the symptoms of cold & sneezing.
- It is used in cosmetics as it soothes dry skin. It has therapeutic & rejuvenating properties.
- It is used in natural face wash as it enhances skin health by reducing inflammation, redness & swelling; it eliminates the harmful bacteria & soothes infection.
- It is used in medicines as it has warming properties that's why it is used for soothing skin & muscles. It is used in the anti-septic massage blend.
- It reduces menstrual cramps & reduces heavy menstrual flow. It boosts circulation & promotes the body's anti-inflammatory response. It promotes the dilation of pores.
Guide to Cinnamon Oil Varieties & Their Benefits:
| Cinnamon Oil variety | Country of Origin | Benefits |
| Cinnamon bark essential oil (madagascar) & organic | Madagascar |
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| Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil & Organic | Sri Lanka |
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Contraindications:
- Consult a doctor before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or on medication.
- Keep away from children
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