Cedar Wood Essential Oil
Cedar wood essential oil is steam distilled from the wood of several varieties of cedar trees, namely, Juniperus Virginiana, Cedrus Doedara, Cedrus Atlantica and Cedrus Libani. All varieties produce oil with the same medicinal properties. Cedar wood oil has been used for fragrance and medicinal and beauty remedies since ancient times.
What are the health benefits of cedar wood oil?
Cedar wood oil is used by herbalists, aromatherapists and holistic healers to treat a wide variety of conditions. Some common health benefits of cedar wood oil are:
- Soothes Seborrhea or Seborrhea Eczema
- Relieves Pain of Arthritis via Inhalation
- Heals Wounds, Cuts and Abrasions
- Calms Muscle Spasms
- Relieves Restless Leg Syndrome
- Treats Tooth or Mouth Pain & Prevents Infections
- Regulates Menstrual Cycles
- Treat Coughs, Congestion and Headaches
- Reduces Stress & Promotes Relaxation
- Relieves Insomnia & Depression
- Fights Infections – Fungal and Bacterial
- Promotes Overall Well-Being
Is there any scientific evidence to support the healing effects of cedar wood oil?
Some uses of cedar wood oil have not yet been verified through scientific studies, but many of its healing properties have. The following studies reveal how powerful cedar wood oil is for healing.
- Lowers Heart Rate & Blood Pressure: A 2003 study conducted at Toyama Medical and Pharmaceutical University in Japan revealed that inhaled cedar wood oil decreased heart rate and blood pressure and further noted that their previous studies had shown that inhaling the oil produced a sedative effect, lending support to the use of cedar wood oil for stress reduction and to fight insomnia.
- Antibacterial: A 2002 study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in California found that cedar wood oil has antibacterial properties. It proved most effective against Campylobacter jejuni and Listeria momocytogenes, but also fights other bacteria.
- Treats Alopecia areata: A 1998 study from the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary in Scotland determined that massaging the scalp with cedar wood oil produced a significant improvement in people with alopecia areata.
- Antimicrobial: A 2012 study conducted at the ACPM Dental College in India, determined that cedar wood oil is effective against Streptococcus mutans and yeast responsible for oral infections, making it suitable for treating mouth and gum conditions, or for use after dental treatments.
Is cedar wood essential oil safe?
Cedar wood essential oil is safe, when used as directed. Like other essential oils, cedar wood oil is highly concentrated and can irritate the skin if it is applied in the concentrated form. To avoid issues with skin irritations, always follow the instructions on the container and use cedar wood oil at the appropriate concentration. If you are under the care of a physician or are taking medications, always check with your medical caregiver before beginning cedar wood oil. Although rare, essential oils can interact with prescription medications.
Buy Organic Western Red Cedar Essential Oil
Organic western red cedar essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of Thuja plicata. This oil has a long reputation in the Pacific Northwest for supporting many systems both in and out of the body. With a strong physical and spiritual background its no wonder this oil remains one of the most popular on the market.
Beneficial to the nervous, respiratory, and skin systems this oil can be used for many purposes and will often affect multiple systems at once. It is most commonly applied in aromatherapy with the use of a diffuser, spray or added to a personal inhaler.
Aroma This oil has a strong, fresh-green aroma with sharp undertones of musk and wood.
Constituents This oil contains α-thujone, β-thujone, fenchone, sabinene, and terpinen-4-ol.
Blending and Uses This oil blends well with black pepper, cedarwood, citrus oils, ginger, and sandalwood.
For seasonal respiratory issues blend western red cedar, sweet marjoram, and ginger in a diffuser or personal inhaler.
To decompress in the evening try western red cedar with sweet orange, cedarwood and vetiver.
This oil is beneficial to the skin, to apply simply combine with a carrier oil and geranium or helichrysum. Alternately you could add to your facial toner, cleanser, or serum for added benefits.
Packaging 5 mL, 1/2 oz., and 1 oz. essential oils are packaged in amber glass bottles with drop reducers for easy application. Larger sizes are packaged in amber screw cap bottles and do not come with reducers or droppers.
Safety This oil is expected to be neurotoxic based on camphor and thujone content. Never use essential oils undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified healthcare practitioner. Keep away from children and pets.
Before using perform a small patch test on your inner forearm or back. Apply a small quantity of diluted essential oil and cover with a bandage. If you experience any irritation, use carrier oil or cream to further dilute the essential oil, and then wash with soap and water. If no irritation occurs after 48 hours, it is safe to use on your skin.
Buy Organic Atlas Cedarwood Essential Oil
Organic Atlas cedarwood essential oil is a woody base note steam distilled from the cultivated wood of Cedrus atlantica. The aroma of Atlas cedarwood oil is balsamic and earthy with a touch of sweetness. Cedarwood has a long history as an incense and perfume, and was burned by the Greeks and Romans for fragrance. It will blend well with many essential oils such as lavender, juniper, patchouli, rosemary, and vetiver.
Blends Well With
Bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, cypress, eucalyptus, jasmine, juniper, lavender, neroli, palmarosa, petitgrain, rosemary, sandalwood, vetiver, and ylang ylang
Packaging
1/2 oz. and 1 oz. essential oils are packaged in amber glass bottles with drop reducers for easy application. Larger sizes are packaged in amber screw cap bottles and do not come with reducers or droppers.
Precautions
This oil has no known precautions. Never use essential oils undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children.
Before using topically, perform a small patch test on your inner forearm or back by applying a small quantity of diluted essential oil and apply a bandage. Wash the area if you experience any irritation. If no irritation occurs after 48 hours it is safe to use on your skin.
Buy Virginia Cedarwood Essential Oil
Virginia cedarwood essential oil is a base note steam distilled from the wood of Juniperis virginiana. The woody and balsamic aroma is warm, and comforting, and blends well with evergreen oils like cypress and juniper, as well as rose, vetiver, Peru balsam, and ginger. This oil is used as a fixative in perfumery and also used in the isolation of the sesquiterpene cedrene. Virginia cedarwood oil is also known as Eastern red cedar.
Blends Well With
Benzoin, cypress, juniper, patchouli, rose, sandalwood, and vetiver
Packaging
Our 1/2 oz. and 1 oz. essential oils are packaged in amber glass bottles with drop reducers for easy application. Larger sizes are packaged in amber screw cap bottles and do not come with reducers or droppers.
Precautions
This oil has no known precautions. Never use essential oils undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children.
Before using topically, perform a small patch test on your inner forearm or back by applying a small quantity of diluted essential oil and apply a bandage. Wash the area if you experience any irritation. If no irritation occurs after 48 hours it is safe to use on your skin.