Essential Oil Quick Facts: Cinnamon

Quick Facts

Botanical Family: Lauraceae (laurel)

Extraction Method: Steam distillation from bark

Common Primary Uses:

• Airborne bacteria

• Bacterial Infections

• Bites/Stings

• Breathing

• Diabetes

• Diverticulitis

• Fungal Infections

• General Tonic

• Immune System Stimulant

• Infection

• Libido (low)

• Mold

• Pancreas Support

• Physical Fatigue

• Pneumonia

• Typhoid

• Vaginal Infection

• Vaginitis

• Viral Infections

• Warming (body)

Common Application Methods:

1. Dilute 1:3 (1 drop essential oil to at least 3 drops carrier oil) before using topically. Apply directly on area of concern or on reflex points.

2. Diffuse with caution; it may irritate the nasal membranes if its inhaled directly from the diffuser.

3. Use as a flavoring in cooking

Source: Modern Essentials by Aroma Tools