5 Wonderful Beauty Benefits Of Cinnamon

Cinnamon is an aromatic spice with medicinal and therapeutic benefits. It is native to Sri Lanka, an island in South Asia.

In ancient times, cinnamon was hailed for its amazing properties. Ancient Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine used cinnamon to cure a myriad of illnesses including internal disorders such as stomach upset, diarrhea, respiratory ailments, menstrual problems among others. It was also topically used to heal wounds and beautify skin as it has antiseptic, anti-aging, anti-fungal and antibacterial properties.

# Heals Acne

For acne-sufferers, cinnamon is hailed as a trusted ingredient to fight off acne and pimples! It contains anti-inflammatory properties, antibacterial, antiseptic and antioxidant properties that make it effective against acne. It’s antibacterial and antibacterial properties will kill of acne causing germs and bacteria while the anti-inflammatory properties reduce acne inflammation. Sprinkle your morning oatmeal or cereal with cinnamon powder to purify your skin by removing acne causing toxins and fighting acne inflammation.

# Exfoliates Skin

The mild gritty texture of cinnamon powder can serve as a natural exfoliator. Mix a pinch of cinnamon with other ingredients such as honey/yogurt to de-gunk your pores from deep within. While your scrubbing, cinnamon exfoliates by pulling out grime, excess dead cells, flaky skin, excess sebum, dirt and germs lodged in skin pores. To make an exfoliating cinnamon face mask, combine thoroughly a pinch (or 1/4 teaspoon) of cinnamon powder with 2 teaspoons plain yogurt. Scrub your face gently. Rinse off with cool water as soon as the face mask starts tingling.

# Diminishes Blemishes

Cinnamon stimulates cell regeneration and promotes blood circulation, thereby feeding the skin with nutrient-rich blood. This quickens the healing process of blemishes and ace scars. Mix a pinch of cinnamon powder with 1 teaspoon of honey. Apply this onto your whole face and keep it o for 15 minutes. When the time is up, use a warm wash cloth to remove the mask. Rinse with cold water and pat dry.

# Get Rid of Cellulite

About 80 per cent or more women suffer from the dreaded cellulite – whether it’s on the arms, legs, thighs and butt, it looks very unsightly. Dermatologists from the University of Grenoble acknowledge cinnamon as an effective anti-cellulite natural ingredient. Add cinnamon to your daily diet to purify your skin and get rid of cellulite. Mix a drop or two of cinnamon essential oil in 2 tbsp of coconut oil and massage over cellulite-infected areas daily to see results. Alternatively, use my Cinnamon Coffee Body Scrub for Cellulite!

# Anti Aging Skin Benefits

The anti aging beauty benefits of cinnamon are very potent. Cinnamon is bursting with powerful antioxidants, vitamins and minerals including calcium, magnesium and iron that are all essential for youthful skin. Cinnamon promotes blood circulation and bringing blood close beneath the surface of the skin, allowing each and every skin cell to be nourished with nutrient-rich blood. This keeps skin cells healthy and promote new cell turn over. The antioxidant properties of cinnamon will ward off pro aging free radicals. Enjoy your cinnamon in form of a soothing tea or simply sprinkle a little on your apple sauce.