Cinnamon Oil, A Potent Antibacterial Essential Oil

Cinnamon
Essential Oil

(Cinnamomum ceylanicum and Cinnamomum burmanii)

Therapeutic Grade
Organic

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From Ananda Aromatherapy, classic Cinnamon essential oil steam distilled from the bark of Cinnamon trees organically grown in Madagascar. We've now added two fine CO2 distillations, from Sri Lanka and Burma. All are exceptionally potent antibacterial essential oils, and should be used with care. The Sri Lankan CO2 oil is the finest cinnamon we've ever come across, perfect in every way, and is considered the best cinnamon essential oil on the planet. We find the newly-added certified organic Indonesian 'Burmanii' variety exceptional too (it's the favorite of some of the Ananda staff) and the lower demand on the world market for the cinnamon bark itself results in a lower price for this fantastic oil.*

What makes Ananda's oils different? Learn about our conscientious selection process here...

Cinnamon oil is distilled from the bark of a tropical evergreen tree native to Sri Lanka. The oil is a light brown liquid with a sweet, warm-spicy, dry powerful aroma. Cinnamon essential oil is considered a warming remedy, stimulating digestion and circulation, while supporting the immune system and relieving aches and pains.

Cinnamon essential oil is highly anti-microbial and anti-bacterial for a great diversity of infectious bacteria. Studies have shown the strength of cinnamon bark oil to eliminate many forms of pathogenic organisms. Cinnamon essential oil has traditionally been used for fast relief of infections of the bladder and the digestive tract, as well as enzymatic deficiency in the gut.

Cinnamon oil has an extremely high antioxidant capacity, second only to clove oil. The CO2 distilled oil has a more complex chemistry than the steam distilled, and should be an even more broad-spectrum antioxidant. Included in any blend, it will serve as an excellent preservative.

Ingestion is the preferred use of Cinnamon. It can be used in cooking, or taken in a cup of warm water; only 1 drop at a time is to be used. It should not be taken for more than a week as a therapeutic only. The oil should not be inhaled directly from a diffuser, as may irritate the nasal membranes except in low concentration blended with other oils. If applied topically, it MUST be significantly diluted - to LESS THAN 1%, and then applied to the soles of the feet only. Please, if you choose to apply Cinnamon topically, test a very small amount of your formula first.

The wonderfully rich aroma is also used as a sexual stimulant, though it should not be used externally on sensitive skin (except in highly dilute concentrations - and then never on sensitive areas) due to its powerful nature a diffuser would be best to experience this effect. Otherwise, dilute 1:50 in a carrier oil before application. Additionally, the aroma is though to attract abundance, and is often used with Patchouli oil for this esoteric application.

To learn more about the use of all our essential oils, we encourage you to visit The Ananda Apothecary Forums, where you can post questions regarding specific applications of each oil. Questions in the forums are regularly answered by Ananda Apothecary staff, and other experienced aromatherapy practitioners.

Suggested
Uses:

Apply topically or diffuse. MUST BE DILUTED in carrier oil before topical application. DO NOT APPLY TO FACE OR SENSITIVE AREAS. Start with bottom of feet. For combating internal infection, add a few drops to a glass of water. Use caution and work up to a tolerable dose.

Possible Actions:

Traditionally used as an anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anti-infectious, anti-viral, anti-fungal. Sexual stimulant, increases blood flow where previously restricted.

Possible
Indications:

Can offer support in cases of tropical infection, typhoid, vaginitis.

Cautions:

Please Note: Cinnamon is a very "hot" essential oil, and can easily burn the skin if toppically applied. If using in this manner, it MUST be sufficiently diluted, commonly recommended to less than 1% concentration in a carrier. Always test a small amount first for sensitivity or allergic reaction. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Test for skin sensitivity, repeated use can cause extreme skin sensitization. Diffuse with caution - can irritate nasal membranes if inhaled directly from the diffuser. Not to be used with children less than 5 years old.

GRAS/FA Status:
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Listed GRAS. Read more...

Blends and
Recipes:

For measuring blends using % concentrations, or for measuring fractions of milliliters, see measuring essential oils. Cinnamon oil blends well with: all citrus oils (lemon oil , orange oil ), frankincense oil , geranium oil , lavender oil, rosemary oil and cardamom oil.
Also see our aromatherapy essential oils recipes page.

About
Ananda Aromatherapy
Essential Oils:

All oils from Ananda Aromatherapy are therapeutic grade, meaning they are produced to the highest quality standards possible. Our essential oils are chosen for their integrity (all chemical constituents important for aromatherapy are intact), ecological 'soundness' (most are organic or wild grown), and wonderful aromas. You may order a sample of any oil before trying larger amounts. Most samples are about .75ml; exotic oils such as Melissa, Rose, Angelica and Jasmine are only a few drops. Ananda Aromatherapy offers wholesale essential oils direct to you. We forgo the use of separate wholesale and retail tiers in order to keep fine therapeutic grade oils accessible to everyone!

*The FDA has not evaluated the statements on this website. No claims are made as to any medicinal value of this oil or any products from The Ananda Apothecary. The information presented here is for educational purposes of traditional uses and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products. If you have any questions, please call or email us for further information.

CO2 Distilled, Organic - Sri Lanka
5ml	$13.20	Qty:
12ml	$26.63	Qty:
30ml	$58.26	Qty:
Sample	$2.00	Qty:

CO2 Distilled, Organic - 'Burmanii'
5ml	$6.45	Qty:
12ml	$11.63	Qty:
30ml	$23.67	Qty:
60ml	$41.56	Qty:
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