Cedarwood Essential Oil

Cedarwood Essential Oil

Many people know Cedarwood, but they don’t know much about Cedarwood essential oil. Today I will take you understand the Cedarwood essential oil from four aspects.

Introduction of Cedarwood Essential Oil

Cedarwood essential oil is extracted from the wood pieces of a cedar tree. There are four species of cedar trees, which are all considered to be timber evergreen conifers belonging to the plant genus known as Cedrus. A popular type of cedarwood essential oil (Juniperus virginiana) comes from the Eastern red cedar, also called pencil cedar. The major components of cedarwood essential oil are alpha-cedrene, beta-cedrene, cedrol, sesquiterpenes, thujopsene and widdrol — all of which contribute a great deal to its amazing health benefits.

Cedarwood Essential Oil Effects & Benefits

1. Eczema 

Eczema is a common skin disorder that causes dry, red, itchy skin that can blister or crack. Some users find that cedarwood essential oil reduces the unpleasant inflammation and dryness that comes with eczema. There are a few ways to include cedarwood essential oil in your daily routine by adding the oil to your skin lotion or soap, rubbing it on the infected or itchy area along with a carrier oil, or make yourself a bath with five drops of cedarwood oil added to it.

2. Hair loss 

Cedarwood essential oil seems to stimulate the hair follicles and increase circulation to the scalp. This contributes to hair growth and may slow hair loss. Herbalists and aromatherapists often recommend cedarwood essential oil for hair loss, thinning hair and various types of alopecia. You can add cedarwood oil to your shampoo or conditioner, or just massage the oil into your scalp with a carrier oil like coconut oil and let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing.

3. Dry scalp 

Cedarwood essential oil is often used to improve a dry or flaky scalp. This tree-derived oil can stimulate the scalp and increases circulation. Mix two drops of it with coconut oil to create a mixture with antifungal and moisturizing properties. Add the mixture to your scalp, and rub it in for five minutes. For the best results, let it sit on your scalp for 30 minutes or so — then wash it out.

4. Antiseptic properties 

As a natural antiseptic, cedarwood oil can prevent the development and growth of harmful microorganisms that can negatively affect skin health. Since cedarwood essential oil has antiseptic properties it can used with a carrier oil topically to disinfect wounds. Simply mix cedarwood essential oil with coconut oil and then you can apply the mixture to cuts and scrapes to prevent infection.

5. Helps arthritis 

Cedarwood oil is considered one of the best essential oils for arthritis because it has a inherent anti-inflammatory properties. By using it externally on the skin, you can reduce inflammation, which can then minimize joint stiffness and discomfort. You can topically apply cedarwood oil with a carrier oil to areas of concern or you can try making yourself a bath with five to 10 drops of cedarwood essential oil.

6. Natural deodorizer 

Cedarwood essential oil is comforting, reassuring and also possesses a pleasant wood-like scent. It adds a warm tone to any blend of perfumes or oil mixtures. Plus, when it’s used around the home, it acts as a natural deodorizer to freshen the air. Diffusing cedarwood oil or adding it to a natural essential oil room/body spray can have long-lasting therapeutic effects for you and your home.

7. Sedative and calming effects  

Aromatherapy is the act of using essential oils to enhance psychological and physical well-being. Try diffusing the oil before bed to take advantage of its sedative effects.

8. Serves as a diuretic 

Cedarwood oil may be able to increase the frequency of urination helping the body to remove toxins and excess water from the body.

9. Improves Focus and ADHD  

Using cedarwood oil on children could greatly improve their focus and learning capacity.

10. Cough relief 

Since cedarwood essential oil has antispasmodic ability, it may help to relieve a cough. Rub two drops of oil mixed with a carrier oil onto your chest and throat and rub it in for a minute. You can also add the mixture to your upper lip to help with breathing if you’re stuffy.

11. Bug repellent 

Cedarwood essential oil is known to drive away pests, especially ants, ticks and fleas. You can dilute the oil in water to spray on your skin as a natural bug spray to keep them away outdoors, or use a diffuser to keep them out of the house or apartment. You can also spray diluted cedarwood essential oil on your furniture to keep pests away.

12. Relieves tension 

Because cedarwood essential oil is a sedative, it has the power to relieve tension and stress that can negatively affect your health. It has a soothing and calming effect on the mind, reduces inflammation and muscle pain, and minimizes skin irritation. All you have to do is inhale cedarwood essential oil directly from the bottle or you can also diffuse a few drops of oil.

13. Kills fungal infections 

Cedarwood essential oil can help to protect you from fungal pathogens and food poisoning. Cinnamon oil, lemongrass oil, clove oil and eucalyptus oil have the same antifungal properties.

14. Helps treat acne 

As a natural antiseptic, cedarwood essential oil is sometimes used as a home remedy for acne, an extremely common and chronic skin complaint. To improve acne naturally, try adding one drop of cedarwood essential oil to your lotion or face wash each day/night.

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Cedarwood Essential Oil Uses

l Hair care.

Add cedarwood to your shampoo and conditioner with rosemary and lavender oils to promote hair growth. Make sure you massage your scalp well to stimulate your follicles.

l Moth balls.

You can buy cedar moth balls for your closets and storage bins. You can also make your own by adding cedarwood essential oil to cotton balls or fabric and putting it in your closet. ‌

l Facial treatment.

Try adding cedarwood oil to an anti-inflammatory oil like jojoba oil and using it as a spot treatment for pimples. You can also try adding it to your daily moisturizer.

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Cedarwood essential oil is derived from three families evergreen conifer trees, and the most popular types include Cedrus atlantica (Atlantic or atlas cedar), Cedrus deodara (Himalayan cedar), Juniperus mexicana (Texas cedar) and Juniperus virginiana (Eastern red cedar/Virginian cedar). The oil derived from these trees each has its own unique scent but they all offer the same range of benefits. For thousands of years, people have been using cedarwood essential oil for sleep and to address a range of other ailments, including coughs, hiccups and more serious illnesses. The Ancient Egyptians even used it in their mummification process due to its antimicrobial and insecticidal benefits. In Tibet, it’s very popular in religious practices and spiritual ceremonies like solitary meditation and communal prayers. Modern Western society has found it works very well in cosmetic applications. People use cedarwood essential oil for hair, in shampoos and as scalp treatments, and it’s also added to aftershave, body scrubs, deodorants, face masks and lotions.
Precautions: Cedarwood essential oil should only be used externally. Women who are pregnant should not use cedarwood essential oil. Talk to your doctor before using this oil if you are nursing, if you have a medical condition or are currently taking medication. Always dilute cedarwood oil with a carrier oil like coconut oil before using it on the skin and avoid the eyes, mucous membranes and sensitive areas. Like all essential oils, keep cedarwood out of the reach of children and pets.

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