Face masks with cinnamon: TOP best home recipes

What is your first association with cinnamon? And many immediately thought of fragrant buns in their favorite coffee shop. But this is the tiny tip of the iceberg: cinnamon has long been used in medicine and cosmetology. The ancient Egyptians knew about its properties. They used cinnamon for funeral rites and embalming. The Chinese put a slightly different meaning into this spice. For them it is the tree of life, they believe that the cinnamon tree cannot be cut down.

Scientists are constantly exploring more and more new properties of the cinnamon tree. Spices are used in everyday life, in cosmetology, and in the prevention of serious diseases. There is talk about the miraculous powers of the oriental aphrodisiac regarding men's health.

Cinnamon: application in cosmetology

It is a universal soldier, an ideal ingredient for many skincare treatments. Cinnamon works great with any skin type. Once you try face and body masks with this ingredient, you will love these procedures forever.

Many products for moisturizing, skin elasticity, and for problem areas on the face are sold on store shelves. However, these healing masks can be easily made at home. Cinnamon is an affordable ingredient that will also fill the whole house with its aroma. Of course, there are contraindications; read about them carefully below.

Beneficial properties of cinnamon - your skin will thank you

For cosmetic purposes, it is better to choose cinnamon sticks. Remember, in this form it quickly absorbs moisture, so we store it in dry, closed containers. Before the procedure, you just need to grind about half the pod. Why should cinnamon be in the house? You will answer this question yourself by learning how it interacts with our skin:

• relieves skin fatigue, gray tint;
• transforms sagging facial skin into an elastic face (not with the help of magic, but with regular procedures);
• saturates with useful microelements;
• removes redness and peeling;
• small wrinkles become almost invisible.

Be careful, contraindications!

1. Pregnancy. Cinnamon can lead to increased contractions of the uterus, which can lead to premature birth.
2. Lactation. Cinnamon entering the body of a nursing woman can change the taste of milk. The baby may simply refuse to take the breast.
3. Individual intolerance. Before applying the mask to your skin, do a mini-test on the back of your hand or behind your ear. Wait 15-20 minutes to avoid a severe allergic reaction.
4. Bleeding in the body, low blood clotting, high blood pressure.
5. People with severe liver disease should consult a doctor before using cinnamon.

Cinnamon in cosmetology: a collection of recipes for face masks

Face mask with cinnamon and honey – champion mask

It’s not in vain that I want to highlight this particular mask. It is the most popular, easy to prepare and extremely effective. A minimum of ingredients (1 tsp cinnamon, 2 tsp honey) and maximum pleasure from the process and aroma.

It is better to take liquid honey; if yours is sugared, melt it in a water bath. Before applying, do not forget to check the reaction, leave for 15-20 minutes.

Honey-cinnamon body mask

• 3 tbsp. l. honey;
• 1 tbsp. l. cinnamon;
• 5 drops of cinnamon essential oil;
• 3 drops of peach essential oil.

Mix the ingredients long and thoroughly so that there are no lumps of cinnamon left in the mask. Take a shower before applying. The mixture should be applied to a steamed, clean body. The duration of the procedure is 15 minutes. Rinse off sooner if discomfort occurs.

How often can you make a mask with cinnamon and honey? After the wow effect, you will definitely want to repeat the procedure. Feel free to make a second portion of the mask, but limit yourself to 2-3 times a week. If you have rosacea or an allergy to honey, you can safely replace it with oatmeal, natural yogurt without fillers or cream will do.

Reviews:

My first experiment was a mask with honey and cinnamon. We agreed to do it together with a classmate. I have combination skin, I did everything according to the rules, except for the tolerance test. We immediately put the mask on our faces and noted the time. Not even a minute had passed before my friend’s face began to burn. I also joked that be patient, dear, beauty requires sacrifice. A minute later she washed off the mask, her skin was already red. If I had held it for another 5 minutes, I would definitely have gotten a burn. For me, on the contrary: after 15 minutes, my face was like a baby’s, pleasant to the touch and looking fresh. I advise everyone, but only after the test.

Facial recipe made from honey, cinnamon and coffee

• 2 tsp. grounds from freshly brewed coffee;
• 2 tsp. honey;
• 1/3 tsp. cinnamon.

Mix all ingredients and apply to face. We wait until the mask dries. Wash off with cool water. It would be ideal to apply moisturizer. It is better to do the procedure before bedtime.

Healing composition with cinnamon, honey and lemon

• pulp of ½ lemon;
• 4 tsp. liquid honey;
• 2 tsp. cinnamon powder.

For convenience, the lemon pulp should be re-blended and the remaining ingredients added. Apply a homogeneous mass to the face for 20 minutes. Then remove the remaining mask using a damp sponge. Lemon can be replaced with another sour citrus or cucumber, the effect will be the same - the mask will stimulate the production of melanin, the skin will become lighter.

Face mask with cinnamon, honey and oatmeal

• 1 tbsp. l. honey;
• 1 tbsp. l. oatmeal;
• ½ tsp. cinnamon;
• 1 tsp. lemon juice.

Boil the oatmeal a little and let it cool. Add honey, cinnamon, lemon juice, mix well. Cleanse your face before applying. Let the mask remain until completely dry. Then cover your face with a damp cloth, lie down for another 5 minutes and rinse off the mask first with warm water, then with cold water. Finish with a moisturizer.

Banana and Cinnamon Recipe

• 3 tbsp. l. banana puree;
• ½ tsp. cinnamon.

A very simple face mask to prepare, but no less effective. Mix the ingredients, apply to face, keep for 15 minutes.

Do this mask from time to time and you will forget about shallow wrinkles.

Expert opinion

Useful advice from the editor

Read more about the benefits of banana in home cosmetology in our separate review of moisturizing, nourishing and rejuvenating banana face masks

Face mask with egg and cinnamon

• 1 yolk;
• 1 dessert spoon of honey;
• 1 dessert spoon of cinnamon.

Beat the yolk until white foam forms, add cinnamon and honey. Leave the mask on for 15 minutes. To achieve a lifting effect, repeat the procedure, but not more than 3 times a week. It is more effective to wash off the mask using a contrast shower.

Healing facial mix of cinnamon and nutmeg

• 2 tsp. honey;
• 1 tsp. cinnamon;
• 1 tsp. nutmeg;
• 2 tsp. lemon juice (optional).

Features of applying the mask: it should be paste-like, under no circumstances should it be applied close to the mouth and eyes, and if there is a strong burning sensation, rinse it off. The duration of the procedure can be up to half an hour.

A mask with the addition of nutmeg is extremely effective. After all, to all the positive healing effects of honey and cinnamon, it also increases the elasticity of the facial skin. Nutmeg is ideal for improving collagen production.

Face mask with gelatin and cinnamon

• 2 dessert spoons of gelatin;
• ½ tsp. cinnamon;
• 1 tsp. honey;
• 1 tsp. lemon juice;
• 100 ml water.

This mask will take more time to prepare. First you need to pour gelatin with water (at room temperature), wait 40 minutes. Heat the swollen gelatin slightly in a water bath, add the remaining ingredients. The remaining mixture is applied to the neck and décolleté. The mask lasts for 20 minutes, then rinse with cool water.

Delicious duet of cinnamon and kefir

• 3 tbsp. l. kefir;
• 2/3 tsp. cinnamon.

The mask will work even thanks to these two components. If desired, you can add a little honey or oatmeal. Keep the mask on for 10 minutes, then rinse off by massaging your face thoroughly. If you have combination skin type, any kefir will do. If there is an oily sheen, buy a low-fat product.

Expert opinion

Useful advice from the editor

We also recommend checking out our selection of homemade kefir face masks for all skin types.

Cinnamon and sour cream mask

• 1 tsp. rich sour cream with a slide;
• 3 tsp. honey;
• 1 tsp. cinnamon powder.

This mask is considered age-appropriate and is best used after 40 years. It is most effective in the eye area and has an excellent effect on shallow wrinkles.

This spicy recipe is suitable for any skin type, since sour cream and honey soften the peeling effect of cinnamon and saturate it with the necessary minerals, acids, vitamins and microelements.

Cooking secrets

First you need to mix honey and cinnamon in a glass or ceramic bowl until a paste forms. It is better not to use wooden or plastic vessels - they will stain.

Then add sour cream (or homemade kefir) to the resulting mixture and mix thoroughly.

It is better to take sour cream with a high fat content (at least 21%) - it will sit well on the skin, soften and nourish it.

The mask can be applied either with a brush or with your hands.

Leave it on for 30 minutes, then wipe off with a damp sponge. In addition, the mask can be used for other areas of the body - as an anti-cellulite and toning mask.

Cinnamon and Coconut Oil Mask

• 1 tbsp. l. honey;
• 1 tbsp. l. cinnamon;
• 3 tbsp. l. liquid coconut oil.

Mix everything until smooth. You can make a double portion at once, because this mask is also effective when applied to the hair. If you need to melt the honey and coconut oil, do it very slowly so as not to overheat. Otherwise, all the beneficial properties will disappear, and the mask will not give the expected effect. Leave for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water.

Clay and cinnamon face mask

• 1 tbsp. l. clay;
• 1 tsp. honey;
• ½ tsp. cinnamon powder;
• ½ tsp. ground coffee;
• water.

Add water (warm or room temperature) little by little to the container with all the ingredients. After waiting for a thick, uniform consistency, start applying a thick layer to your face. Wait until the mask dries (about 15 minutes), then rinse with a contrast shower. Regular use of this procedure once a week will give your facial skin an extraordinary radiant appearance, tighten and cleanse pores.

You can prepare a face mask with kaolin and cinnamon, or use cosmetic clay of a different color - blue, pink, green, black, etc.

Cinnamon and Lemon Mask

• juice of 1/3 lemon;
• 1 tbsp. l. fermented baked milk (can be replaced with kefir);
• 1 tsp. cinnamon.

We combine all the components of the mask and apply to the skin of the face. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash off. Lemon has excellent disinfectant properties and can also lighten the skin. If this happens, don’t panic, after 10 minutes the skin will even out its tone, and not a trace of greasy shine will remain.

Mask with henna and cinnamon

• 2 tsp. colorless henna;
• 2 tsp. cinnamon;
• face cream.

Squeeze your regular cream into a container, add henna and cinnamon, and the mask is ready. Apply to skin, wait 15-20 minutes and rinse. This procedure will give elasticity to your face. Colorless henna is more popular in hair masks, but it copes well with inflammation on the face and creates a rejuvenating effect.

Banana, sour cream and cinnamon face mask

• 1/3 banana puree;
• 1 tbsp. l. sour cream;
• ½ tsp. cinnamon;
• 1 tsp. lemon juice.

Bring a third of the banana into a homogeneous state, add the remaining ingredients. Apply to facial skin for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off gradually using cold and warm water alternately.

Cocoa and cinnamon face mask

• 1 tbsp. l. cocoa;
• 1 tbsp. l. coffee grounds;
• 1 yolk;
• ½ cinnamon stick;
• 1 tsp. honey

All ingredients must be whisked. Wait until the mixture is fluffy and airy. It is convenient to apply it with a brush. This mask is called “silk”, due to the tenderness and velvety that it gives to the skin of the face.

Oatmeal and Cinnamon Recipe

• 1 tsp. oatmeal;
• 1 tsp. cinnamon;
• 1 tsp. milk powder (or 2 tbsp. fermented baked milk);
• 1 tbsp. l. vitamin E (capsules).

Mix the ingredients well. Leave for 15 minutes and rinse with cool water.

You can do without vitamin E in the mask recipe, but it prevents skin flaking.

Skin cleansing with cinnamon and aspirin

• 4 tables aspirin;
• ¼ tsp. cinnamon;
• ½ tsp. honey

Crush the aspirin and slowly add a little water to a pasty consistency. Add honey and cinnamon, stir. This mask only takes 10 minutes to work, then rinse it off with cool water. This is an ideal home care treatment for combination skin with a few mildly inflammatory areas.

Cleopatra mask with cinnamon

If you want to learn the secrets of the Egyptian ruler’s youth, quickly prepare the ingredients for this mask. If previously they were all a real luxury, brought from different parts of the world, now absolutely everything is available to every girl.

• 2 tsp. sour cream;
• 1 quail egg;
• 1/3 tsp. cinnamon.

Combine all ingredients. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes while you steam your face. This way, the elements of the mask will quickly begin their effect on skin cells. Apply the mixture in a thick layer; using a brush will make it easier. Leave on for 20 minutes and rinse off.

Reviews

The widespread use of spice in cosmetology encourages people suffering from acne to check how cinnamon will work for the face against acne. Reviews confirm the likelihood of an allergic reaction, but those who have avoided such consequences highly rate cinnamon in the treatment of acne and blemishes left after healing.

Evgeniya, 28 years old: “Starting from adolescence, I suffered from acne and blackheads. The rashes appeared due to the fact that the face was very oily. I tried various options, but those that were suitable were very expensive. I recently switched to natural recipes and learned about masks with honey and cinnamon, and at the same time bought Intraskin spot cream (a cosmetologist friend recommended it). I started treatment, and one month was enough to cleanse my skin and improve its condition. I think that this course will have to be repeated periodically, but now I know what to use for a guaranteed result.”

Sofia, 24 years old: “As a stupid teenager, I intensively squeezed pimples without preliminary disinfection and subsequent treatment. As a result, after 20 years, my face looked like a field after a bombing. The fight against marks and scars turned into a real war for me. The entire arsenal of available means was used, including cinnamon. It was after them that I noticed that pigmentation began to decrease and my complexion began to even out. In six months, the acne has gone away by about 40%, I hope that another 6 months will be enough for me to be satisfied with the result. In any case, I will see it through to the end. If I need it, I’ll go for laser resurfacing.”

Cinnamon masks aimed at combating problem skin

All masks have a beneficial effect on the condition of facial skin. Whatever option you choose, the result will pleasantly surprise you. If there is a specific problem, take a closer look at targeted masks.

Recipes for acne using honey and cinnamon

In the classic recipe for a honey-cinnamon mask, the ingredients are taken in a 2:1 ratio (twice as much honey). To fight acne, you can take 4 times more honey. Apply thickly, sparing the mixture. Leave for 15 minutes. One procedure will not save you from the problem of rashes, so tune in to the whole course. Do this mask three times a week for a month. You can also add a few drops of chamomile oil or tea tree oil to the mask. Be sure to test each new version of the mask on your hand first.

Sometimes acne marks remain on the face, and this cannot but upset you. You can combat this problem with a brightening mask with cinnamon.

Key points when using it:

1. The proportions of honey and cinnamon are 1:1.
2. Apply to spots on acne spots.
3. Keep it for half an hour if there is no discomfort.
4. Do it every day until the desired effect is achieved.

Getting rid of blackheads

Take honey and cinnamon in a 1:1 ratio, but apply not to the entire face, but to areas with blackheads. If the skin does not burn upon contact with the mask, feel free to leave it on for half an hour. Those with sensitive skin need to reduce the time significantly and apply the mixture for just a minute or two. After several procedures, the skin will get used to honey and cinnamon. After 5-6 procedures you will notice the effect of the mask.

Masks for age spots with cinnamon

• 1 tbsp. l. banana puree;
• 1 tsp. cinnamon;
• 1 tbsp. l. sour cream;
• 2 tsp. lemon juice.

Apply a homogeneous mixture onto the face with a spatula or brush and leave for 30 minutes. Lemon juice is a bad friend for sensitive skin. You can add less of it or leave it out altogether. At the first sign of burning, wash off the mask.

Procedure for lightening hair with cinnamon + before and after photos

The natural components that make up the lightening masks have a versatile effect on the hair and muffle its pigment. In order for hair lightening with cinnamon to be successful, you must follow many rules:

• Lemon juice concentration . The greater the amount of this ingredient among all others, the more intense the lightening will be in a short time.
• Waiting time for the mask on the hair . Starting from 30 minutes, the hair begins to lose its pigment and gradually lighten.
• Natural hair color . The darker your hair, the more difficult it will be to lighten it. Using one of the recipes provided, you can repeat the procedure until the desired result is achieved. But it won’t be possible to lighten your curls by more than two tones.

This lightening has its advantages: instead of the pungent smell of ammonia, the hair will have a subtle cinnamon aroma, and the mask itself will not cause any harm to the hair structure.

Using cinnamon in masks according to skin type

Girls with combination skin can experiment with different variations of masks. As a rule, some are more effective, others less, for one reason or another. Sometimes it is enough to replace buckwheat honey with linden honey and the effect will be brighter, but this is all individual.

Mask for dry skin with cinnamon

• 2 tsp. honey;
• 1 tsp. cinnamon powder;
• 1.5 tsp. olive oil;
• 1 yolk.

Egg yolk and olive oil will easily cope with the task of ideal moisturizing, which is so necessary for those with dry skin. This procedure will be especially relevant in winter, in windy weather.

After mixing all the ingredients of the mask, apply the mixture to your face and wait 10 minutes. You should not repeat the procedure more than 2 times a week. Focus not on quantity, but on regularity, and your skin will thank you.

Reviews:

I have dry skin. And problems with acne and sebaceous shine are unfamiliar to me. But the air in our office is too dry, so on the way to work I always apply moisturizer. From time to time I experiment with homemade masks. Of those that I have tried, the most effective is with the addition of olive oil. I do it every Sunday and Thursday for a month. Cream is saved. I recommend to everyone!

Cinnamon face mask for oily skin

• 1 tsp. cinnamon;
• 2 tsp. honey;
• 1 egg white.

Beat the whites separately, then add all the other ingredients. This mask is applied for 10-15 minutes and washed off with cold and warm water alternately to improve tone.

Hair coloring with cinnamon

In addition to partially bleaching your hair, you can dye it. The tone is unlikely to be darker, but the curls will definitely be able to acquire a new shade. There is a special recipe for this:

• onion peel decoction – 0.5 tbsp.;
• cinnamon powder – 3 tbsp;
• egg yolk – 2 pcs;
• olive oil - 1 tbsp;
• liquid honey – 2 tbsp.

After mixing all the ingredients, apply the product to dry, dirty hair, simulating regular dyeing. Wrap in plastic and wait at least an hour. This procedure will give your hair a golden hue. Suitable for fair-haired ladies, blondes with a dull, grayish tint.

Cinnamon oil: properties and use in cosmetology

Cinnamon oil is a very useful thing to have around the house. Its scope is wide: it includes hair, body, and facial skin care. With comprehensive care, you can effectively fight orange peel, get rid of blackheads, pigment spots, and lighten your hair.

All this is possible thanks to the following properties of cinnamon:

1. Regenerating effect. Cinnamon helps accelerate blood circulation and stimulates blood flow to the dermis.
2. Warming properties. They help melt fat and bravely fight cellulite. Here it is important to distinguish between the concepts of “warming up”, “warmth” and “burning”. Be careful.
3. Anti-inflammatory effect. Redness on the face can cause a lot of trouble. Make a cinnamon mask to soothe your skin.
4. Cleansing, astringent properties, antiseptic effect.
5. Very useful oil for hair. Proper use of it will help in the fight against dandruff, dull hair, fragility, stimulate hair growth, and activate hair follicles.

Reviews:

I initially bought cinnamon essential oil for my hair, but have already used most of it in facial products. After several procedures, I noticed that the amount of inflammation had decreased. A pimple is brewing, I applied a mask at night, and in the morning there is no trace of it. I applied it to my daughter spot on (oh, those teenage years!), and the pimples never came out. I am pleased.

Cinnamon face scrub is no less popular. True, it should be done no more than once a week. Take 2 tsp. coffee grounds, 1 tsp. cinnamon, a pinch of sugar and salt (you can take both food and sea salt, but large), 1 tbsp. l. vegetable (or olive) oil. If you have oily skin, replace butter with sour cream. Apply the mixture with massage movements, massage well. Leave on for 10 minutes and rinse off.

Well, for dessert, another cool recipe!

Cinnamon lip mask

• 1 tbsp. l. coconut oil;
• 1 tsp. beeswax;
• 1 tsp. honey;
• 1 capsule of vitamin E;
• 3 drops cinnamon essential oil.

Melt the wax and coconut oil in a water bath. Wait for the mixture to cool for 3-5 minutes. Then the remaining ingredients are added. Stir until smooth and pour into a clean container. The ideal option is a disinfected tube of lipstick or lip gloss. The mixture hardens within 20 minutes. Apply to lips 2-4 times a day. This homemade natural balm will help you slightly increase your lips and self-esteem, because they will look gorgeous.