Cedarwood Essential Oil (Cedrus atlantica)

Cedarwood Essential Oil

Latin Name: Cedrus atlantica

Source: Morocco

Part of plant: Wood

Grade: Organic

Chemical Componants:  β-himachalene, α-himachalene,  g-himachalene, δ-cadinene

Aroma Character: soft, woody, slightly acidic

Blends Well with: Benzoin, Cinnamon, Jasmine

Cedarwood essential oil (also called Libanol) is distilled from the wood of the Cedar tree. It is one of the oldest essential oils, used in North Africa as a perfume and medicine.

In Ancient Egypt it was used both for preserving mummies and as a massage oil. In the nineteenth century it was found to have antiseptic properties.

Distilled from managed plantations controlled by the Royal family. Often found as anti-moth balls. On the skin has an astringent effect so useful for oil prone skin and beneficial in hair products.