Properties, Characteristics and Uses of Cedarwood Essential Oils in Aromatherapy
Profile
Botanical name : Juniperus Virginiana (Cedarwood Viriginia) and Cedrus atlantica (Atlas Cedarwood)
Origin : North America.
Scent : Soft and woody aroma.
Note : Base/middle.
This essential oil is extracted from the wood chips and sawdust by steam distillation.
Blends well with Bergamot, Cypress, Frankincense, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Patchouli, Rose Otto, Rosewood , Sandalwood and Vetiver.
Physical Benefits
For Cedarwood Virginia, Excellent antiseptic properties. Beneficial for acne, dandruff, eczema, ulcers and oily skin.
For Cedarwood Atlas, Tonic action on the glandular and nervous systems helps rebalance the body. Antiseptic and diuretic, which can help with cellulite. Treats bronchitis and catarrh, relieving aching muscles. Toning effect on the skin, useful for acne.
Mind and Spirit
For Atlas Cedarwood,Preserves a sense of identity so helps with feelings of alienation, a very grounding oil that helps a person feel settled and rooted in new surrounding.
Cautions
Do not use if pregnant. In high concentration, this oil may irritate the skin.
Buy Essential Oils
Buy this essential oils from reputable supplier. This essential oils is cultivation from wild harvested.
Wildharvested- Items gathered from their natural environment, such as woodlands, prairies, deserts etc. All wildharvested items are taken to separate facilities for further processing. All wildharvested items gathered and contracted for Mountain Rose Herbs must sign a preliminary "Wild Take Audit" to insure that materials are sustainably gathered with a no more than 10% take, and that the plants are re-seeded or roots are left to re-stock native populations.
Virginia cedarwood oils available in 1/2 oz. up to 16 oz. Price starts from $2.50.
How To Use
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