History

Listed in Dioscorides' De Materia Medica (AD 78), Europe's first authoritive guide to medicines, that became the standard reference work for herbal treatments for over 1,700 years. Cinnamon was reputed to be part of the "Marseilles Vinegar" or "Four Thieves Vinegar" used by grave-robbing bandits to protect themselves during the 15th century plague. 

Aroma

Warm, spicy, exotic

Note

Middle

Production

Steam distilled from bark.

Common Uses

  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Infectious disease
  • Viral infections (herpes etc)
  • Digestive complaints
  • Warts

Properties

anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, circulatory stimulant, anti-parasitic (worms)

Emotional Healing

Cinnamon is called the "Oil of Sexual Harmony" as it assists with the acceptance of ones body and helps to embrace ones physical attractiveness. In that, it invites individuals to be honest and vulnerable for true intimacy to emerge.

Application

Topical: Always dilute at least 1:4 with organic vegetable oil - apply 1-2 drops on location, chakras, vita flex points 

Diffusing

Caution

May cause skin irritation and nasal membranes if inhaled directly from the diffuser or bottle. 

If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. 

Keep out of reach of children. 

References

  1. Butje, A. Aromahead Institut, USA; http://www.aromahead.com
  2. Essential Science Publishing. Essential Oil Desk Reference. 4th Edition. USA. 2007.
  3. Lawless, J. The illustrated encyclopedia of essential oils. Thorson, London, 1995.
  4. MacDonald, D. Emotional healing with essential oils. Enlighten Alternative Healing, LLC., USA, 2012
  5. Schnaubelt, K.The healing intelligence of essential oils - The science of advanced aromatherapy. Healing Arts Press, USA, 2011
  6. Williams, K. Aromatics International, USA; http://www.aromaticsinternational.com