Cedarwood Essential Oil Atlas Morocco – Alabama Essential Oils

Description

About Cedarwood Essential Oil Atlas Morocco:

Cedarwood Essential Oil Atlas Morocco (Cedrus atlantica), has a peculiar camphoraceous-cresylic, sweet top note and woody low notes.  An inexpensive oil, it is used extensively in perfumery due to the low cost and fixative properties.  Furthermore, it blends exceptionally well with woods and labdanum products.  Some believe Atlas Cedarwood’s enchanting aroma can aid in mindful meditation and grounding the spirit.  Ancient Parisians had long used Atlas Cedarwood in lotions and shampoos to help prevent hair loss as well.

Action and Traditional Uses For Cedarwood Essential Oil:

Cedarwood is mildly antiseptic and may be effective against hair loss (alopecia areata), tuberculosis, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and skin disorders such as acne and psoriasis.  It can reduce hardening of artery walls.  It is high in sesquiterpenes which can stimulate the limbic region of the brain (the center of our emotions).  It also may help stimulate the pineal gland, which releases melatonin, an antioxidant hormone associated with deep sleep.  Throughout antiquity, cedarwood has been used in medicines and cosmetics.  The Egyptians used if for embalming the dead.  It was used as both a traditional medicine and incense in Tibet, and for purification by Native Americans.  It is recognized for its calming properties and is used to benefit the skin and underlying tissues.  Application:  Diffuse or apply topically on location.  Safety Data:  If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician.

Essential Oils Safety & Disclaimer:

This information is for educational purpose only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose and disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purpose only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.  As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.