Cinnamon is a well-known spice that is used for sweet and savory foods. It is obtained from the inner bark of many tree species from the genus Cinnamomum. It is mainly used as an aromatic. The aroma and flavor of cinnamon derived from its essential oil known as cinnamaldehyde and also another important component eugenol.
It has been known from remote antiquity. Ground cinnamon is composed of around 11% water, 81% carbohydrates, 4% protein, and 1% fat. Cinnamon has a long history of use in medicine as a digestive system aide.
1. Cinnamon Heals Acne: The anti-fungal, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties in cinnamon helps clear acne and skin blemishes. It also helps remove acne by drying out the skin and by supporting blood flow to the skin.
2. Adds moisture to the Skin: Cinnamon increases blood flow to the surface of the skin that results in moist skin.
3. Aids the treatment of Dry Skin: Cinnamon helps remove dead skin cells and restores the softness of your skin.
4. Treatment of Eczema: Eczema is a skin condition that leaves behind light-colored patches. Cinnamon could help get rid of eczema.
5. Complexion Enhancer: Cinnamon has antifungal and antibacterial properties that help in enhancing skin complexion.
Here are some scrubs with cinnamon-
1. HONEY-CINNAMON MASK FOR ACNE:- Mix honey with cinnamon powder. Apply the paste to your skin, and leave it overnight.
2. CINNAMON SCRUB WITH OILS FOR DRY AND ROUGH SKIN- Mix salt, olive oil, almond oil, honey, and ground cinnamon. Apply it regularly for a week.
