Ceylon cinnamon contains anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. The distinct smell and flavor of cinnamon is due to the oil found in the bark which is high in a compound called Cinnamaldehyde responsible for most of cinnamon's powerful and beneficial effects.
Ceylon cinnamon contains large amount of highly potent polyphenol antioxidant which makes it an ideal ingredient in skincare formulation for a high performance anti wrinkle products. The Cinnamic acid and eugenol contained in cinnamon which gives it the anti-inflammatory effects, makes it beneficial for health. Either taken as a tea or used as spice in cooking.
Cinnamon oil is derived from infusing cinnamon bark in any carrier oil of your choice for a period of 4-6 weeks. In chosing your oil, opt for the oil with high nutritional and health values and also oil which suits a particular purpose of what you want to use it for. Infusing with Ceylon cinnamon bark instead of powder, provides its richer flavor, color and potency.
Cinnamon Oil Uses and Benefits
Aromatherapy Massage
It's anti-inflammatory property makes is a very good massage oil as your skin absorbs them quickly. It enhances blood circulation allowing your body or scalp receive the required amount of oxygen, vitamin and minerals.
Massage Blend
100ml Cinnamon Oil
2 drops of Neroli essential oil
4 drops of Clove bud essential oil
1 drop of Ylang Ylang
(Choice other essential oil of your choice)
This blend can be used daily as a massage oil to relieve pains, stiffness of the muscles and for relaxation.
Skincare
They have high concentration of antioxidant, which means it fights free radical, improves skin texture and reduces fine-lines and wrinkles.
It's antibacterial property enhances skin health by eliminating harmful acne causing bacteria. Ideal for inflamed, irritated skin and other related skin ailment most especially Eczema.
It is moisturizing as it effectively soothes dry skin and lips.
It also revives skin tone and the look of aging.
Haircare
When massaged on the scalp, it enhances blood circulation helping to unclog hair follicles and nourishes the scalp, promoting hair growth and thickness.
Stimulates healthier and stronger hair.
How can one be guided in terms of ratio of these materials for commercial quantity.
Wonderful idea , so helpful . Which carrier oil is best suited for making cinnamon oil. Thanks