Cedrus atlantica

Steadiness is the message of the spirit of Cedarwood.
It has qualities often needed when the spirit is weakened
by living too much, loving too hard and being unable to forgive.
It allows us to look into the past while looking forward
to our future in strength of heart, and wisdom and the security of
love.

 

Botanical Family: Pinaceae (pine)

Plant Origin: Morocco, USA. Cedrus
atlantica is the species most closely
related to the biblical Cedars of Lebanon.

Extraction Method: Steam distilled from bark.

Chemical Constituents: Sesquiterpenes (50%):
Sesquiterpenols (30%);
Sesquiterpenones (20%)

Action: Mildly antiseptic, cedarwood 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.
Found In: Brain Power, Grounding,
Inspiration, Into the Future, Passion,
Sacred Mountain, and SARA.

Traditional Uses: Throughout antiquity,
cedarwood has been used in
medicines and cosmetics. The Egyptians used
it for embalming the dead. It
was used as both a traditional medicine and
incense in Tibet. It is
recognized for its calming, purifying
properties and is used to benefit the
skin and underlying tissues.
Indications: Bronchitis, anger/hysteria, hair
loss, arteriosclerosis,
diuretic, tuberculosis, calming, nervous
tension, and urinary infections.

Other Uses: Cedarwood may help with acne,
anxiety, arthritis, congestion,
coughs, cystitis, dandruff, psoriasis,
purification, respiratory system,
sinusitis, skin diseases, and fluid
retention. It may help open the pineal
gland. It also helps to reduce oily skin.

Application: Diffuse or apply topically on
location.

Companion Oils: Bergamot, cypress, eucalyptus
radiata, juniper, and
rosemary.