Aromatherapy

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum verum (also known as Cinnamomum zeylanicum)

Primary Property: Antimicrobial and Stimulating

Part of Plant Used: Bark

Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation

Colour: Pale Yellow to Brownish

Viscosity: Medium

Odour Intensity: Strong

Aroma Characteristics: Warm, spicy, and sweet with a hint of woody undertones

Mixes Well With: Orange, Clove, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary

Supporting Organ Systems: Digestive and Immune Systems

Organ Systems Supported:

Digestive: Cinnamon essential oil can aid digestion, alleviate gas, and support healthy digestion.
Immune: It possesses antimicrobial properties that can help in protecting against infections.

Therapeutic Properties:

Therapeutic Uses:

Respiratory Issues: Cinnamon oil can assist in relieving symptoms of colds and congestion.
Aromatherapy: Its warm aroma can help improve mood and increase alertness.

Psychological Profile:

Energizing: Cinnamon oil’s stimulating scent can boost mood and increase mental clarity.
Comforting: The warm and familiar aroma can create a sense of comfort.

Application Methods:

Diffusion: Use in a diffuser to fill the room with its invigorating aroma.
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil and apply to the skin, but use caution due to its potency.

Cautions:

- Skin Sensitivity: Cinnamon oil can be skin irritant and should be used in low dilutions.
- Avoid During Pregnancy: Pregnant individuals should avoid using this oil.

Associated Chakra: Sacral Chakra (Swadhisthana)

Associated Birth Month: July

Associated Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Associated Gemstone: Ruby

Yin or Yang: Yang

Heating or Cooling: Heating

Energy Profile: Cinnamon essential oil is considered to have a stimulating and invigorating energy profile, promoting warmth and vitality.