Cinnamon (Leaf) Essential Oil

Product Details Scientific Name: Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Origin: India Plant Part: Leaves Scent: Sweet, Spicy, and Woodsy Color: Pale Yellow Dark Brown Liquid Consistency: Oily Perfumery Note: Middle Initial Aroma Strength: Medium Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil: Benefits, Uses, and Blends The first thing you need to know when looking at Cinnamon Oils is the difference between Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil and Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil . Each of these oils comes from the same genus of tree, the Cinnamomum , but as the name indicates each is from a different part. Most people are familiar with Cinnamon as a common spice. Its fragrant aroma comes from Cinnamaldehyde, which is one of Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil’s major components. In addition, Cinnamaldehyde acts as an antimicrobial agent, showing effects against many different strains of bacteria. The leaf also contains Eugenol, which is known to be an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory. Historical Use of Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil The use of Cinnamon, known as “Kwai ” in Chinese, dates back to 2800 BCE. It was depicted in a story from the Bible, used by the Egyptians for embalming processes, and by the Romans for medicinal and burial purposes. Cinnamon is also partially responsible for the discovery of the New World, as it was one of the spices that led Christopher Columbus to embark on his exploration. Modern Uses of Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil Today Cinnamon grows mainly in China, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil uses range from cosmetics, perfumes, and household products, all the way to holistic medicine. Studies show it can potentially eliminate free radicals in the body, decrease inflammation, and even help reduce symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil has also shown promise regarding cancer treatment and the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil Benefits: Component Breakdown Cinnamaldehyde: Cinnamaldehyde is a common flavoring ingredient in many foods and beverages. Another common use is as an insecticide, as it is very effective in killing mosquito larvae. Several studies show promise regarding Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil and inflammatory conditions. Cinnamaldehyde has also shown positive effects in preliminary studies looking at the treatment of inflammation. These studies indicate cinnamaldehyde has an anti-inflammatory effect on macrophages, which are a type of immune cell that plays a large role in the body’s inflammation process. Cinnamyl Acetate: This component is an acetate ester, used in both insecticides and fragrances. Cinnamyl Acetate is responsible for a lot of benefits of Cinnamon Leaf Oil. Eugenol Acetate: Eugenol acetate belongs to the phenol ester group, with a sweet, Clove-like aroma and fragrance. Its most common use is as a flavoring additive. Benzaldehyde: Benzaldehyde is in the aldehyde group, with an odor reminiscent of almonds. It is used as a flavoring agen