Cinnamon Essential Oil

Ceylon cinnamon, often known as genuine cinnamon, is a tall, leafy bush native to Sri Lanka that yields fragrant bark and leaves. It is a member of the laurel family and is well-recognized worldwide as an aromatic culinary spice. Cinnamon Bark essential oil is steam distilled from the tree’s inner bark and has a warm, spicy perfume that, when diffused, brings back memories of the holidays. Cinnamon Essential Oil includes antioxidants and may help the immune system and general well-being when used as a dietary supplement.

Cinnamon is commonly used in mouthwashes and chewing gum. In addition, Cinnamon has a rich culinary history, spicing pastries, entrées, and hot beverages.

Cinnamon should be diluted with a carrier oil when applied to the skin due to its high cinnamaldehyde content, and only one to two drops are required for internal effects.

The cinnamon plant, from which the essential oil is extracted, has been used for protection and prosperity throughout history. For example, it was employed in the 15th century to protect grave-robber robbers from the plague by combining it with oils.

The cinnamon bark oil is obtained from Laurus Cinnamomum, native to South Asia and belongs to the botanical family Lauraceae.

Cinnamon essential oils are used in various ways to create useful medical products. Cinnamon has numerous health advantages, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-cancer qualities. In addition, they aid in preventing heart disease, high cholesterol, and neurological heart problems such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.

Cinnamon essential oil is classified into cinnamon leaf and cinnamon bark.

Nutritious Qualities Cinnamon bark oil can improve and widen blood vessels. Cinnamon bark can help boost and enhance nitric oxide levels, enhancing blood flow and less inflammation.

• Reduces inflammation 
• Decreases bad cholesterol 
• Fights against infections
• Fights off parasites 
• Stimulates libido
• Contain high antioxidant content
• Improves blood circulation
• Relieves, ease depression and anxiety
• Enhances nitric oxide function
• Dilates the blood vessels

The naturally occurring component cinnamaldehyde gives cinnamon essential oil its warm and soothing aroma.

Because of its sweet and spicy aroma, cinnamon essential oil is the most popular EO during the winter season.

Diffuse Cinnamon EO with Frankincense, Orange, Tangerine, Clove, or Nutmeg for a festive note. The cinnamon essential oil can also be administered topically if adequately diluted to avoid skin irritation.

When diffused throughout your house, cinnamon’s spicy, caramelized aroma can help create a cozy environment. Topically use Cinnamon essential oil to give a warming sensation.

Applications

• Mix cinnamon with water in a glass spray bottle to make a quick way to clean surfaces, and then spray it on.
• Pour clean water with five drops of cinnamon essential oil and three drops of lemon essential oil down the drain. Let the mixture sit for an hour to freshen up a smelly garbage sink.
• Mix Cinnamon Essential Oil (EO) with Carrier oils and rub it on your feet to warm them up.
• Use it to make your house feel warm and inviting, especially during the holidays.
• Combine Cinnamon EO with other oils that go well, like Frankincense, Orange, Tangerine, Clove, or Nutmeg.

Where Should I Diffuse? 

• With this warm, inviting smell, the kitchen will become a place where friends and family want to meet.
• This spicy smell will help you concentrate on your work in your study or at your desk.
• On a rainy day, you can find comfort in your bedroom by spreading this warm, nostalgic scent as you curl up with a book and fluffy pillows.

Q. Does the essential oil of cinnamon have the same effect as the powder?

A. Products that come in powder and products that come in oil don’t have anything in common, so they might not serve the same purpose.

Q: How many cinnamon sticks are needed to make cinnamon essential oil?

A. About 223–250 grams of cinnamon are needed to make one 5 ml bottle of essential oil.

Q. Does your essential oil of cinnamon come from Cassia or Ceylon?

A. The plant used to make cinnamon essential oil is called Cinnamomum Verum, which means “true cinnamon” in Latin. It is also known as Ceylon cinnamon or Sri Lankan cinnamon. In the past, Sri Lanka was the only place that regularly sold natural cinnamon and leaf oil. Cinnamomum zeylanicum is the older scientific name for C. verum. This name comes from Sri Lanka’s old name, Ceylon. Cassia is a type of plant called Cinnamomum cassia.

Q: Does cinnamaldehyde show up in cinnamon essential oils?

A. Yes, it does.