Family Name: Lauraceae, laurel and Fabaceae, legume
Origin: Indonesia, China
The bark of this evergreen tree is often confused with true cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), but is actually cassia. Its properties for skin include: antifungal, antiseptic, anti-yeast, mildly astringent, detoxifying, parasiticidal and warming. Cinnamon is used in facial scrubs, soaps, cleansers, masks and lotions. Its pungent aroma is described as a sweet, spicy middle note, and is desirable in perfumes and aftershaves. Considered an aphrodisiac, the essential oil is included in massage oils for lovers.
** Herbal Extract
Further effects on the mind include: promoting happiness and peace, and combating stress. Excellent for brunettes and in preventing baldness, cinnamon is used in shampoos and hair rinses. It freshens the breath when included in toothpastes and mouthwashes and promotes a rosy complexion when used internally.
* Essential Oil
Main Properties
- PERFORMANCE
- antioxidant
- antiseptic
- astringent
- detoxifying
- warming
- MIND
- aphrodisiac
- warming
- FUNCTIONAL
- preservative
Skin Types
Best for blemished skin