What is cinnamon leaf oil?
cinnamon leaf oil is essential oil extracted from leaves cinnamomum zeylanicum , a tree originally from Southeast Asia. It is known for its aromatherapy applications and also for numerous healing use. The oil is obtained by distillation of the steam of the cinnamon tree leaves, which provides finer oil than cinnamon bark. Cinnamon leaf oil is a dark yellow -brown liquid of light to medium viscosity. It emits musk aroma with strong spicy tones, followed by persistent sweets.
Oil is most often used in aromatherapy because it is known to help revitalize the system and avert the nausea. A few drops of cinnamon oil in the diffuser noticeably reduce feelings of exhaustion and fatigue and give relief for headaches. It is assumed that the scent of cinnamon also strengthens libido, which makes this essential oil a strong aphrodisiac.rties. When mixed with massage oil, the heat of cinnamon oil easily penetrates into the skin and soothes sore muscles. The same heat provides relief for arthritis, colds, mEnstrual pain and rheumatism. Blood circulation also increases the body area where essential cinnamon oil is applied.
This essential oil is also known for its strong antibacterial properties. This quality is most commonly used for preserving food. Cinnamon leaf oil can also be evaporated to remove any microbes in the air, making it a popular choice to prevent influenza.
Unconventional use for cinnamon oil is to control pests and improve lips. It is known that cinnamon, Anethol and Egetol and Eugenol found in oil are very effective in destroying mosquito larvae. However, further research in oil feasibility should be carried out as an extensive pesticide.
Some cosmetics design mixing in a few drops of cinnamon leaf oil with lip gloss. The oil increases blood flow to the lips and also irritates the mucous membrane. The final result is plumper lips.
However, Cinnamon Leaf Oil is a very strong irritating skin. When used at strong concentrations, the application of oil on the skin can lead to redness, irritation and burning feeling. In addition, pregnant women should not use cinnamon oil, because the chemical compounds found in oil could adversely affect the developing child. Therefore, the oil must only be used in very diluted concentrations or with the Council of a Trained Professional.