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Cedarwood, Atlas Essential Oil Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled Parts Used: Wood, stumps, and sawdust Note Classification: Base Aroma: Woody and fruity with honey overtones Largest Producing Countries: USA and Morocco Traditional Use: Famed cedars of Biblical times (Lebanon cedar) provided one of the world’s earliest perfumes. Used by the ancient Egyptians for mummification. Properties: Antifungal, antiputrescent, antiseborrheic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, insecticide, mucolytic, regenerative, sedative, stimulant (circulatory), and tonic. Benefits: Acne, air purifier, anxiety, arthritis, bronchitis, cancer, catarrh, cellulite, coughs, dandruff, dermatitis, dry skin and hair, dysuria, eczema, fungal infections, gonorrhea, hair loss, immune stimulant, insect repellant, leucorrhoea, nervous tension, oily skin and hair, pruritis, pyelitis, rashes, respiratory affections, rheumatism, skin infections, stress related conditions, ulcers, and urinary tract disorders. Blends Well With: Bay, bergamot, calamus, cardamom, cassie, chamomile roman, clary sage, costus, cypress, eucalyptus (all), frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, labdanum, lavender, marjoram, mimosa, neroli, olibanum, orange, palmarosa, petitgrain, rosemary, rosewood, sandalwood, vetiver, and ylang ylang. Of Interest: Cedarwood was the first known oil to have been extracted. Noah burned cedarwood incense in thanks for surviving the flood. Tibetans burn cedarwood incense in the temples. Other ancient cultures used cedarwood for sarcophagi and palace and temple building material. Safety Data: Be aware of which Cedar you are using. Make sure that you are using Cedrus, not Juniperus or Thuja. Use in low dilutions (1%), may sensitize skin, and avoid during pregnancy. Those with elevated blood pressure should avoid Cedarwood.   Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not 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.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2009 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com