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BENEFITS OF CINNAMON OIL
The main chemical constituents of Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil and Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oils, albeit in varying amounts, are Cinnamaldehyde, Cinnamyl Acetate, Eugenol, and Eugenol Acetate.
CINNAMALDEHYDE is known to:
Be responsible for Cinnamon’s characteristic warming and comforting scent
Exhibit anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-microbial properties
CINNAMYL ACETATE is known to:
- 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 is known to:
- 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 is known to:
- Exhibit anti-oxidant properties
- Have a sweet, fruity, balsamic scent that is reminiscent of Cloves
Used in aromatherapy applications, Cinnamon Essential Oil is known to diminish the feelings of depression, faintness, and exhaustion. It is reputed to relax the body enough to stimulate the libido, making it an effective natural aphrodisiac. Its anti-rheumatic qualities address joint and muscle pain, and it is known to be advantageous for strengthening immunity and thereby reducing the symptoms of colds and the flu. Its ability to enhance circulation helps reduce the pain associated with headaches and makes it beneficial for enhancing the function of the digestive system. When diffused throughout the home or other indoor environments, its scent freshens and deodorizes while emitting its characteristic warm, uplifting, and relaxing fragrance that is known to have a therapeutic grounding and soothing effect. Furthermore, Cinnamon is known to have calming and tonic effects on the mind that are reputed to result in an improved cognitive function. Its ability to reduce nervous tension helps advance information retention, extends the attention span, enhances the memory and reduces the risk of memory loss.
Used cosmetically or topically in general, Cinnamon Essential Oil is reputed to calm dry skin and to effectively alleviate aches, pains, and stiffness experienced in the muscles and joints and in the digestive system. Its antibacterial properties make it ideal for use in addressing acne, rashes, and infections. Its anti-oxidant properties help to slow the look of aging.
