Cinnamon Essential Oil for Skin, Hair, and Pain Relief

Specification:

• Botanical Name: Cinnamomum Cassia
• Appearance: Yellowish or brownish liquid
• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in an equal volume of alcohol and glacial acetic acid.
• Storage: Well-closed in air-tight containers away from sunlight and heat, preferably in amber-colored glass containers.
• Extraction: Steam Distillation

Properties of Cinnamon Essential Oil

Shoprythm’s cinnamon oil is 100% pure and steam-distilled oil. The oil contains various vitamins and minerals that help keep your skin and hair healthy. One must use this essential oil with a natural carrier oil to avoid potential skin irritations. The amazing properties of cinnamon bark oil make it a perfect solution for your natural health and wellness routine.

Let’s see the amazing properties of cinnamon oil and how it can help you.

1. Cinnamon Oil has potent antimicrobial properties. It is effective against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Hence, one can use it for surface cleansing and air purification.
2. This pure essential oil is known for its anti-inflammatory nature. Therefore, it may be effective in reducing pain, swelling, inflammation, muscle soreness, or arthritis.
3. Cinnamon oil contains antioxidant properties. Thus, it can help clear your skin and reduce oxidative stress, contributing to your health and wellness.
4. Individuals can use cinnamon essential for massage and stimulation. The oil may help boost blood circulation and relax your body. It may be beneficial for promoting mental alertness and clarity.
5. Cinnamon oil has a warm and spicy undertones. Thus, using it in aromatherapy, room diffuser, or room spray can uplift your mood and reduce stress.
6. In some cultures, cinnamon bark oil is also known to have aphrodisiac properties. Thus, it may contribute to enhancing libido and improving sexual desire.
7. The oil also acts as an expectorant. Hence, adding it to boiling water for steam may help loosen mucus and clear the respiratory tract.
8. Cinnamon oil is considered as a warm oil. Therefore, massaging it on the body and muscle may reduce muscle stiffness and provide relaxation.

Benefits of Cinnamon Bark Oil For Skin

Cinnamon Oil can help nourish your skin in several ways. One must dilute this essential oil with carrier oils like Babchi Oil or Camellia oil before applying it to the skin. 

The different benefits of using cinnamon essential oil for the skin are as follows -

1. Acne Reduction - Cinnamon oil has antibacterial properties and may fight acne-causing bacteria. It can be a natural remedy for acne-prone skin. Regularly using this essential oil after dilution can help give you clear skin.
2. Radiant Skin - When applied topically on the skin after dilution with a carrier oil, cinnamon oil can improve blood circulation. The improved blood circulation can nourish your skin and provide healthy and radiant skin in a few weeks.
3. Skin Exfoliation - Applying cinnamon bark oil can exfoliate your skin and eliminate dead skin cells. The oil is rich in compounds that can gently exfoliate your skin and promote cell turnover.
4. Anti-aging effects - The essential oil extracted from cinnamon contains antioxidants that may protect your skin from free radicals. It can reduce or eliminate premature aging, give you an ageless glow, and promote youthful complexion. 
5. Enhanced Skin Tone - Cinnamomum Cassia oil is rich in astringent properties. Thus, applying it to the skin may tighten and tone your skin. It can minimize large pores and enhance the skin texture.
6. Nourished and Hydrated Skin - The oil can work as the best moisturizer for your skin. It helps retain moisture in your skin and prevent water loss. It helps keep your skin hydrated, nourished, and supple.

One must dilute cinnamon oil with a carrier oil before applying it to the skin. 

How Does Cinnamon Essential Oil Benefit Your Hair?

When used properly cinnamon oil can offer various benefits for your hair and scalp. It can help improve blood circulation and nourish your scalp and hair roots. It can increase your hair health and boost the growth. 

The other benefits of Cinnamomum Cassia oil for hair are -

• Nourishes the Scalp - Cinnamomum Cassia oil has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Thus, using it on the scalp can help maintain a clean and healthy scalp. It can reduce bacterial and fungi growth and prevents scalp infections, including dandruff and acne.

• Improves Hair Growth - Applying cinnamon essential oil to your scalp helps improve blood circulation. It increase the blood flow and provides the vital nutrients to your follicles. It results in increased hair growth and healthy scalp.

• Hair Conditioning - When diluted with carrier oils like Jojoba Oil or coconut oil, cinnamon oil can condition your hair naturally. It hydrates and moisturizes your hair. The oil prevents dryness and frizz and makes your hair silkier, softer, and more manageable.

• Shiny Hair - Using diluted cinnamon oil on the hair and scalp makes your hair shinier. The oil builds a protective layer on your hair that retains moisture in strands. It reflects light and makes your hair look more shinier.

For best results - Apply diluted cinnamon oil on your hair for atleast 30 minutes to 2 hours. After that wash your hair with an anti-hair fall shampoo properly. Rinse it properly and pat dry your hair with a cotton towel.

Always dilute Cinnamomum Cassia or cinnamon oil before applying to the scalp or hair follicles.

What is Cinnamon Essential Oil Used For?

Cinnamon Bark oil can be used in various ways in your daily routine. It can help prevent bacterial infections and offer natural wellness. Here are some ways in which one can use cinnamon oil.

• Use it in aromatherapy for mood upliftment and stress reduction.
• Add it in water or your household cleaner to disinfect floor, surfaces, countertops, etc.
• One can use it as a mosquito repellent. It can keep mosquitos, ants, and flies away from your home.
• You can use it in skincare and haircare routine for nourishment and hydration.

Where and How Can You Apply Cinnamon Bark Oil?

One can apply cinnamon bark oil to their skin, hair, and inhale it. The ways in which you can use this oil are -

1. You can one this oil in topical application to prevent skin irritation or dryness. It can relief sore muscles and provides relaxation.
2. One can inhale cinnamon essential oil from the bottle or from a cotton ball. It can improve focus and relieve sinus.
3. You can apply cinnamon oil on your scalp after diluting it with a carrier oil to improve hair health and promote scalp wellness.
4. One can use this oil as a massage oil for whole body. Mix it properly with a carrier oil and create a warm massage oil. It can relax your muscles, relieve muscle tension, and improves blood circulation.

What Do You Mix Cinnamon Essential Oil With?

The oils we can mix with cinnamon oil are -

• Jojoba oil
• Nutmeg oil
• Clove oil
• Coconut Oil
• Lavender Oil
• Geranium Oil
• Rosemary Oil

You must use a carrier oil with a combination of essential oil before applying it topically.

Precautions Who Must Take While Using Cinnamon Oil

Shoprythm’s Cinnamon essential oil is 100% pure and undiluted oil. You must take care of a few things before using it for your skin and hair care. 

1. Always dilute cinnamon oil with a good-quality carrier oil.
2. Perform a patch test before using it on a larger skin area.
3. Do not use if you experience any skin irritation or redness.
4. Keep it out of reach of children.
5. Pregnant women must consult a healthcare professional before using this essential oil.

Performing a patch test - Dilute cinnamon bark oil with a babchi oil or coconut oil. Apply the diluted oil on a small part of your wrist or under elbow. Leave it for 24 hours. If you experience any itching, irritation, or redness, do not use it further. Otherwise, it can be safe to use.

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