Description
Botanical Name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Extraction: Steam Distilled
Parts Used: Bark
Aroma: A middle note of strong aroma, it has a warm, spicy scent between that of clove and cinnamon, with sharper notes.
Origin: Sri lanka
Traditional Use: Some of the most researched health benefits of cinnamon oil include:
Decreases inflammation
Increases circulation
Fights viruses
Fights free radicals
Relieves depression
Stimulates the immune system
Stimulates libido
Fights parasites
Properties: According to research, the list of cinnamon benefits is long. Meanwhile, the oil itself especially has strong antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, antiplatelet and antiviral properties, which makes it extremely useful for enhancing immunity. The major active ingredients in cinnamon essential oil responsible for its beneficial effects include: eugenol, cinnamaldehyde, phellandrene and methyleugenol. The main beneficial component of cinnamon oil is believed to be cinnamaldehyde, which comprises about 60 percent of the substance.
Blends Well With: Frankincense, Lavender, Cedarwood, Orange, Lemon, Neroli, Ylang-ylang.
Safety Data: Generally considered safe.
General: As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.
Ingredients: Organic Cinnamon Essential Oil
Green Bottle Herbs does not claim that its products will cure any diseases. Information on this web site is for educational purposes only. Always consult with a qualified health practitioner before deciding on any course of treatment, especially for serious or life-threatening illnesses. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
