Cinnamon Essential Oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
Purely Essential Cinnamon Essential Oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Leaf Oil)
- 100% Pure and Natural, unrefined, steam distilled
- Not tested on animals
- Vegan friendly
- Supplied in amber glass bottle with tamper evident dropper cap
PRODUCT INFO
Aroma
Cinnamon essential oil, also referred to as Ceylon, Madagascar, Seychelles or true cinnamon, has a sharp and sweet, spicy musky smell.
The plant
The cinnamon tree is native to Indonesia and cultivated in Sri Lanka and India. It is a naturally tall tree (in it's natural habitat it can grow up to 15 meters), with small white flowers, shiny leaves and purply berries. The thin quill-like bark is gathered every 2 years.
Affects
Cinnamon oil is beneficial due to its calming and warming properties. It's festive, spicy aroma works will in candles, diffusers, oil burners, incense and air sprays.
When used on the skin, cinnamon may clear warts, take the sting out of bites and act as an astringent. However, cinnamon essential oil can be irritating to skin so use with caution and always dilute thoroughly.
Chemical constituents
Linalool (Alcohol), Benaldehyde, Cinnamic, Furfural (Aldehyde), Eugenol, Safrole (Phenols), Cymene, Dipentene, Phellandrene, Pinene (Terpenes).
Blending
Cinnamon essential oil blends well with benzoin, cove, frankincense, ginger, grapefruit, lavender, sweet orange, rosemary, thyme and pine.Technical data
All our technical data including MSDS can be found on our 'Technical Data' page
Directions/Precautions
Some suggested directions for use:
Dilute 6-10 drops, add to bath.
Mix 5 drops with water to use in an oil burner.
Mix 6-10 drops with hot water as an inhalation.
Mix 5 drops per 10ml of carrier oil for massage.
Precautions:
Do not take internally unless prescribed
Keep away from children and eyes.
If pregnant or have a medical condition consult your practitioner before use.
If oil gets into eyes splash out with water, seek medical advice if necessary.
If unfamiliar with essential oils seek advice from a practitioner.
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