Ingredients: Cinnamon Bark

CINNAMON BARK / (si-nuh-min bark) / n. / 1. Rough, dry brownish quills produced by the evergreen tree, Cinnamomum verum, which is native to Southeast Asia; / 2. / Widely used as a flavoring agent in savory Asian and African dishes and in many desserts and drinks the world over; / 3. / Possessing an essential oil that can be used to scent perfume and treat problems of the digestive system when extracted; / 4. / Boasting antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-irritant properties when used topically, e.g., “Cinnamon bark will spice up your life while it calms and mattifies your skin.”

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