Very Disliked

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark

Explained

Cinnamomum Cassia Bark is also known as cinnamon. It contains a bit of iron, calcium, and magnesium.

No studies support the use of cinnamon in skincare. In fact, it is considered a skin irritant and allergen.

Cinnamon bark contains Cinnamal, a known allergen and skin irritant.

Studies do show using cinnamon can induce:

  • redness
  • skin rashes
  • discoloration
  • irritation
  • burning

The bottom line: Avoid topical cinnamon (but eating it can provide health benefits!)

See all 98 products with Cinnamomum Cassia Bark

Users who like it
4%
Users who avoid it
96%

What it does

Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Alternative names

Cinnamon

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Cleansers
Masks
Makeup
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 55458
INCI Name CINNAMOMUM CASSIA BARK
EC #  284-635-0
All Functions Skin Conditioning