Cedarwood (Atlas) Essential Oil
Cedarwood oil comes from the berries, needles, bark, and leaves of cedar trees using a variety of extraction techniques. Cedarwood oil has a woodsy aroma with undertones of balsamic and smokiness.
There are a plethora of properties that organic cedarwood oil contains. Organic cedarwood oil is a natural antifungal, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory, making it a great oil to keep in your medicine cabinet. Essential oils like organic cedarwood are totally safe to apply to the skin, as long as you dilute it with a carrier oil.
Organic cedarwood oil is also great for your skin and hair. Because of its antimicrobial properties, organic cedarwood oil can aid in acne relief as well as relieving scalp conditions that hinder hair growth. Finally, organic cedarwood oil can also be used as a sleep aid. Put it in a diffuser to turn your bedroom into a tranquil paradise before sleep.
Botanical Name: Juniperus virginiana
Family Name: Cupressaceae
Common Names: Cedar Oil, Atlas Cedarwood, Virginian Cedarwood
INCI: Juniperus virginiana Oil
Parts Used: Wood
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Scent: Deep, woody and balsamic.
Appearance: Clear
Natural: Yes