Cinnamon Bark (Burmannii)

  • Distillation Method: CO2-to
  • Country of Origin: Vietnam
  • Plant Part: Bark
  • Latin Name: Cinnamomum Burmannii
  • Cultivation: Certified Organic

About the Oil: We now have two fine Cinnamon essential oil CO2 distillations, from Sri Lanka and Indonesia. Cinnamon Bark essential oil is a warming remedy to the mind as well as the body, supporting the immune system, stimulating digestion and circulation, while restoring a feeling of well-being and a vigor for life.

Note: CO2 extracts generally include some larger molecules compared to their steam-distilled counterparts. Some may not be suitable for use in a nebulizing diffuser (unless blended with a thinner oil) – though most will be just fine in an ‘ultrasonic’ unit. 

 

Product Description

About The Plant

The Cinnamon tree is native to many countries with tropical climates such as Southern India, Burma, Madagascar Each country has a different species, each with differing aromatic compounds. These trees are evergreen and typically grow up to 15 meters in height with strong, thick branches. It is the inner bark that is harvested for essential oil production and then allowed to re-grow.

 

About The Oil

Ananda Apothecary’s Cinnamon Burmannii essential oil is produced by the method of cool-process CO2 extraction from the inner bark of Cinnamon trees from Indonesia. We find the cold-process natural CO2 distillation to make the very best 'spice' essential oils. Cinnamon bark makes exceptionally potent antibacterial essential oils and should be used with care.

 

Therapeutic Properties

THERAPEUTICS DESCRIBED BY AROMATHERAPY SPECIALISTS

From Chrissie Wildwood’s The Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy3:

Antimicrobial
Antiseptic
Antispasmodic
Carminative
Circulatory Stimulant
Stomachic
Digestive
Parasiticidal
From Salvatore Battaglia’s The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy1:

A “hot and stimulating” remedy.
Restorative
Invigorating
“the fire of courage to the belly of those who may have lost it in the maze of melancholia”

PROPERTIES OF CINNAMON REPORTED IN PEER-REVIEWED RESEARCH

Wound-healing3
Antibacterial4
Pain-blocking5
Anti-diabetic6,7
Antiviral8
Antioxidant9
Anti-anxiety10

SUMMARY OF RESEARCH STUDIES

In a study on rats, Cinnamon extract was applied to wounds and was found to speed up the wound healing process.3
Cinnamon extract was tested in vitro against five common foodborne pathogenic bacterial strains and was found to have strong antibacterial activity.4
Cinnamon extract reduced the pain-related behavior of rats, suggesting that it blocks the pain receptor pathways and may have potential as an effective natural pain reliever.5
Diabetic mice were given oral doses of cinnamon extract and researchers observed that the cinnamon had hypoglycemic and insulin-like effects that could be beneficial for diabetic patients.6
In a clinical pilot study in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, subjects who took daily doses of cinnamon for 8 weeks had significantly lowered insulin resistance.7
An in vitro study of the antiviral activity of 69 different plant extracts found that cinnamon had the strongest overall antiviral effect against HIV-1 and HIV-2.8
Cinnamon exhibited the strongest antioxidant activity compared to seven other spices and was equivalent to the synthetic antioxidant propyl gallate in vitro. Cinnamon has great potential as a natural preservative in food and could replace some harmful synthetic chemicals.9
Rats given cinnamon extracts were found to have a significant reduction in anxiety-related behavior.10

 

Application

Cinnamon Bark essential oil has an extremely high antioxidant capacity, second only to clove oil. The CO2 distilled oil has a more complex chemistry than the steam distilled and should be an even more broad-spectrum antioxidant. Included in any blend, it will serve as an excellent preservative.

INHALATION

diffuser, oil vaporiser
The Cinnamon Burmannii oil should not be inhaled directly, as it may irritate the nasal membranes except in low concentration blended with other oils.

TOPICAL

This Cinnamon Bark essential oil has a wonderfully rich, stimulating aroma but it should not be used directly on skin except in highly dilute concentrations and should never be applied to sensitive areas due to its powerful nature. If applied topically it MUST BE SIGNIFICANTLY DILUTED TO LESS THAN 0.1% and even then we would only recommend applying to the soles of the feet.

If you choose to apply Cinnamon topically, test a very small amount first.

INGESTION

Ingestion is the preferred use of Cinnamon. It can be used in cooking or taken in a cup of warm water; only 1 drop at a time is to be used. It should not be taken for more than a week as a therapeutic. Small, regular doses of Cinnamon tea made using either the bark or the essential oil could be beneficial to oxidative stress related illness in humans due to its antioxidant properties.

Kurt Schnaubelt says that the internal application of cinnamon bark is well tolerated and is safe and effective, provided it is used in appropriate small dosages.

 

Aromatherapy Details

Cinnamon Bark essential oil has an extremely powerful, diffusive, warm-spicy and tenacious aroma.

Cinnamon Burmannii oil typically blends well with all citrus oils (particularly lemon and orange), Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Rosemary and Cardamom

 

Safety

Cinnamon is a very "hot" essential oil and can easily burn the skin if topically applied. If applied topically, it MUST BE SIGNIFICANTLY DILUTED TO LESS THAN 0.1%. Be sure to patch test a very small amount of your formula first. Always patch test for skin sensitivity. Repeated use can cause extreme skin sensitization.

Cinnamon Bark essential oil should not be inhaled directly from a diffuser as it may irritate the nasal membranes except in low concentration blended with other oils.

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

Not to be used with children younger than 5 years of age.

This particular cinnamon contains Coumarin in small quantities which is damaging to the liver in large doses of ingestion

 

Eric's Extra Notes

 

Cinnamon oil is distilled from the bark of a tropical evergreen tree native to Sri Lanka. The oil is a light brown liquid with a sweet, warm-spicy, dry powerful aroma. Cinnamon essential oil is considered a warming remedy, stimulating digestion and circulation, while supporting the immune system and relieving aches and pains.

Cinnamon essential oil is highly anti-microbial and anti-bacterial for a great diversity of infectious bacteria. Studies have shown the strength of cinnamon bark oil to eliminate many forms of pathogenic organisms. Cinnamon essential oil has traditionally been used for fast relief of infections of the bladder and the digestive tract, as well as enzymatic deficiency in the gut.

Cinnamon oil has an extremely high antioxidant capacity, second only to clove oil. The CO2 distilled oil has a more complex chemistry than the steam distilled, and should be an even more broad-spectrum antioxidant. Included in any blend, it will serve as an excellent preservative.

Ingestion is the preferred use of Cinnamon. It can be used in cooking, or taken in a cup of warm water; only 1 drop at a time is to be used. It should not be taken for more than a week as a therapeutic only. The oil should not be inhaled directly from a diffuser, as may irritate the nasal membranes except in low concentration blended with other oils. If applied topically, it MUST be significantly diluted - to LESS THAN 1%, and then applied to the soles of the feet only. Please, if you choose to apply Cinnamon topically, test a very small amount of your formula first.

The wonderfully rich aroma is also used as a sexual stimulant, though it should not be used externally on sensitive skin &#40except in highly dilute concentrations - and then never on sensitive areas) due to its powerful nature a diffuser would be best to experience this effect. Otherwise, dilute 1:50 in a carrier oil before application. Additionally, the aroma is though to attract abundance, and is often used with Patchouli oil for this esoteric application.

To learn more about the use of all our essential oils, we encourage you to visit The Ananda Apothecary Forums, where you can post questions regarding specific applications of each oil. Questions in the forums are regularly answered by Ananda Apothecary staff, and other experienced aromatherapy practitioners.
Suggested
Uses:		 Apply topically or diffuse. MUST BE DILUTED in carrier oil before topical application. DO NOT APPLY TO FACE OR SENSITIVE AREAS. Start with bottom of feet. For combating internal infection, add a few drops to a glass of water. Use caution and work up to a tolerable dose.
Possible Actions: Traditionally used as an anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anti-infectious, anti-viral, anti-fungal. Sexual stimulant, increases blood flow where previously restricted.
Possible
Indications:		 Can offer support in cases of tropical infection, typhoid, vaginitis.
Cautions: Please Note: Cinnamon is a very "hot" essential oil, and can easily burn the skin if toppically applied. If using in this manner, it MUST be sufficiently diluted, commonly recommended to less than 1% concentration in a carrier. Always test a small amount first for sensitivity or allergic reaction. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Test for skin sensitivity, repeated use can cause extreme skin sensitization. Diffuse with caution - can irritate nasal membranes if inhaled directly from the diffuser. Not to be used with children less than 5 years old.