Cinnamon essential oil comes from the cinnamon tree. It has a soft and sweet aroma. Cinnamon has been used since ancient times when the Queen of Sheba gave it to King Solomon. The oil is used in perfumes, soaps, cosmetics, toothpaste, skin tonics, and many other herbal products.

Rich, spicy cinnamon oil provides an effective remedy for the flu, nausea, fatigue, and depression. It makes a warming ointment for achy joints and arthritis pain. Cinnamon oil is antiseptic and astringent. It is used to help digestion and respiratory problems. Cinnamon essential should not be used during pregnancy.

* Do not take essential oils internally without consulting a professional aromatherapist. Always consult with a healthcare professional before using any herbal remedy especially if pregnant, nursing, or taking other medicines.