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Artemis Therapeutics

Cinnamon Protector Oil

Cinnamon Protector Oil

Muscle Recovery · Circulation · Tension Release

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  • Practitioner-Formulated
  • 17+ Years Clinical Use
  • Women-Owned
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  • 🇺🇸 California Made
  • Handcrafted
  • 100% Natural
  • Woman-Owned
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"It's like tiger balm on steroids." — Leann ★★★★★

Invigorating. Clearing. Uplifting. Herbal topical oil for circulatory warmth, tension release, and recovery.

✓ 7 use cases — circulation, neck tension, sports recovery, brain fog, and more
✓ 23 five-star reviews | Handcrafted in California
✓ Used by acupuncturists, massage therapists, and physical therapists

What This Oil Does

Tight muscles that won't release. Joints that ache in damp weather. Circulation that pools instead of flowing. In Chinese medicine, this pattern is called cold stagnation — and it's one of the most common things practitioners treat.

Cinnamon Protector Oil drives warmth and circulation into stagnant tissue. The effect is immediate — warmth that builds, penetrates, and keeps working long after application.

7 Ways to Use It

Activate Circulation
A small amount on your cheekbones, forehead, and temples. Breathe in. Feel the warmth within seconds. "I press a dab into my cheekbones and instantly feel better."

Release Neck & Shoulder Tension
Massage into the top of your shoulders and back of neck with firm pressure. The gallbladder and bladder meridians run through the upper trapezius — when blood stagnates here from stress or posture, warming oil breaks the tension-stagnation cycle. "I've dealt with neck and shoulder tension for years & this product has made a tremendous difference." — Nicole

Sports Recovery & Muscle Comfort
Work into sore joints and muscles after training. "My husband does Martial arts... This oil works wonders on his joints and muscles after training." — Magesh

Revive Tired Feet & Legs
Massage into soles, inner ankle, and calves after long days. "My feet were so tired I could not sleep. I rubbed the oil into my soles and went into deep slumber."

Clear Brain Fog
In Chinese medicine, clear thinking depends on clear yang rising to the head. When cold and dampness obstruct that movement, the result is fog and heaviness. A drop on each shoulder and temple can shift it in minutes. "Out of all the uses, my favorite is for clearing the sinuses and increasing alertness." — Stacy

Support During Cold Season
Vigorous massage along the upper spine when you feel something coming on. The volatile oils support your body's natural defenses.

Energize Your Space
"I love to share it during stressful work meetings. It immediately clears the air and helps get ideas going."

The Tradition Behind This Formula

Cinnamon Protector Oil is based on Po Sum On — "Protect the Heart's Peace" — a traditional Chinese topical formula used for generations in clinical practice. The original recipe was modified with plant infusions and essential oils. The formula works in three layers:

  • Surface: Peppermint and eucalyptus for immediate sensation and analgesic effect
  • Middle: Cinnamon and ginger for deep warming and blood movement into the tissue
  • Base: Camellia oil to nourish the skin, dragon's blood resin for microcirculation

Each layer brings its own part, all working together. Handcrafted in California. Trusted by acupuncturists, massage therapists, and physical therapists across the country for deepening treatment and delivering results patients can feel.

The Formula

Camellia Oil — Nourishes and protects the skin. Traditional Japanese beauty oil. The carrier that holds everything together.

Cinnamon Oil — The heart of the formula. Warms muscles and joints, drives blood into stagnant tissue. Cinnamon's volatile compound cinnamaldehyde activates warming receptors (TRPA1) and dilates local blood vessels — real circulation, not just a sensation.*

Dragon's Blood Resin — Used in Chinese medicine for centuries to break blood stasis. Promotes microcirculation and supports tissue repair at the application site.*

Peppermint Oil — Analgesic surface layer. Drives the herbs deeper into the tissues.

Ginger — Another warming ally. Opens the channels and pushes cold out of the muscle layer.

Wintergreen Oil — Analgesic. Calms the spirit.

Eucalyptus — Respiratory clarity. Alertness. Clears the head.

Scutellaria Baikal — Soothes and comforts the skin.

Licorice — Calms sensitive skin. The harmonizer in the formula.

What Customers Are Saying

Leann ★★★★★
"This stuff is POWERFUL! It's like tiger balm on steroids and smells sooo good. My husband uses it for his plantar fasciitis and I use it for shoulder tension."

Laura ★★★★★
"I rub it on my knees before and after workouts. I also rub it in my shoulders, neck, and shoulder blades and the comfort is so amazing. The tension just melts away, and the best part is... it's not oily at all!"

Jesse ★★★★★
"Not only does it smell amazing, but the oils continue to penetrate muscles and work on the affected area long after being applied. Works wonders on sinus congestion and as an aromatherapy tool."

How to Use

A little goes a long way. Apply a small amount to the area and massage with firm, slow pressure. The warming effect builds and continues working long after application.

Also works as: Bug repellent, bug bite soother, space-clearing aromatherapy.

Not for use under 12 years old. Do not apply to open skin.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Full Label & Ingredients

Cinnamon Protector Oil full label

Label shown reflects the current production formula. Packaging design may vary.

How to Use

A little goes a long way. Apply a small amount to the area and massage with firm, slow pressure. The warming effect builds and continues working long after application.

Also works as: Bug repellent, bug bite soother, space-clearing aromatherapy.

Not for use under 12 years old. Do not apply to open skin.

Shipping & Returns

Free shipping on all orders. 30-day money-back guarantee on every purchase. Not satisfied? Full refund, no questions asked.

Quality & Craftsmanship

Woman-owned, California-based company since 2009. Every product is handcrafted by herbalist Nathalie Babazadeh using traditional healing arts methods. 100% natural ingredients, no synthetic fragrances or preservatives.

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  • Ingredient Cinnamon Bark

    Cinnamon

    Heart of the formula. Cinnamaldehyde activates warming receptors and dilates blood vessels — deep warmth into stagnant tissue.

  • Ingredient Dragons Blood

    Dragon's Blood

    Deep red resin from Croton lechleri. Used in Chinese medicine for centuries to break blood stasis and support tissue repair.

  • Ingredient Peppermint

    Peppermint

    Surface layer. Drives the herbs deeper into muscle tissue while providing immediate clearing and alertness.

  • Ingredient Ginger

    Ginger

    Warming ally. Opens the channels and pushes cold stagnation out of the muscle layer.

  • Ingredient Camellia

    Camellia Oil

    Nourishes and protects the skin. Traditional Japanese beauty oil that carries the medicine and absorbs cleanly.

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FOUNDED BY PRACTITIONERS

Meet Nathalie & Kacey

Nathalie Babazadeh, L.Ac. — Acupuncturist, botanical formulator, and regenerative medicine advocate. Kacey Moe, MS — Holistic nutritionist and kinesiology expert. Together they created Artemis Therapeutics in San Diego to make practitioner-grade botanicals accessible to everyone. Every formula starts where medicine meets intuition.

Our Full Story

Handcrafted vs. Mass-Market

What goes into your therapeutic oil matters.

Artemis Oils Mass-Market Rubs
Ingredients 100% natural botanical extracts Synthetic fragrances + petroleum
Formulated by Licensed acupuncturist, 18+ years Marketing team
Production Handcrafted, small batch Factory-manufactured
Botanical complexity 7–9 synergistic herbs 1–2 active compounds
Carrier oil Camellia / Apricot Kernel Mineral oil or petroleum
Clinical heritage Traditional Chinese medicine No clinical lineage

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from Tiger Balm or other muscle rubs?

Most muscle rubs rely on menthol or camphor for a surface-level cooling or warming sensation. Cinnamon Protector Oil is a three-layer formula based on a traditional Chinese topical recipe (Po Sum On). Peppermint and eucalyptus work on the surface. Cinnamon and ginger drive deep warmth into the muscle layer. Dragon’s blood resin and camellia oil nourish tissue and support microcirculation at the base. It’s handcrafted with real botanical extracts — no synthetic fragrances or petroleum-based carriers.

Can I use it on my face?

Yes — many customers apply a small amount to their temples and cheekbones. The warming sensation is more intense on the face, so start with less than you think you need. Avoid the eye area. This is one of the most popular use cases: a dab on each cheekbone for an invigorating, clearing effect.

What is Dragon’s Blood?

Dragon’s blood is a deep red resin from the Croton lechleri tree, used in Chinese medicine for centuries to break blood stasis and support tissue repair. Despite the name, it’s entirely plant-derived — no animal ingredients. In this formula, it works at the base layer to promote microcirculation at the application site.

How long does a bottle last?

With daily use, a single bottle typically lasts 2–3 months. A little goes a long way — you only need a small amount per application. The warming effect builds and continues working long after you apply it, so there’s no need to reapply frequently.

Is it safe during pregnancy?

We recommend consulting your healthcare provider before use during pregnancy. The formula contains essential oils — including cinnamon, peppermint, and wintergreen — that are generally avoided during pregnancy as a precaution. The oil is also not recommended for children under 12.

Does it stain clothes or leave an oily residue?

No. Camellia oil absorbs cleanly into the skin without a greasy feel. Multiple customers specifically note it’s “not oily at all.” Let it absorb for a minute or two before dressing. The oil itself is clear to light amber and does not stain fabric under normal use.

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