Cedarwood

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Safe for aromatic use
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Safe for topical use
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Safe for internal use

Oil Category: Single Oil

Family Name: Cupressaceae (cypress).

Affects these Body Systems: Nervous system , Respiratory system

Usage: Aromatic, Topical, Internal

Contraindications: Skin irritation

Blends well with: Clary Sage , Cypress , Eucalyptus , Juniper Berry , Rosemary

Element: Earth

Method of the Extraction: Steam Distillation

Oil Chemical composition: esters: seskviterpenes: alpha- and beta-cedren, tujopsene, couparen, trans caryophylene, sesquierpene alcohols: cedrol, pseudocedrol, prim-cedrol, widdrol, gamma-eudesmol.

Part of the plant: Wood

Aroma: Woody, soft, warm

Taste: Woody

Properties:

Antifungal
Anti-infective
Antiseptic
Astringent
Diuretic
Repellent
Sedative

Description

The Cedar Wood oil of community has a rich, warm, and woody scent. In aromatherapy, it is very popular to induce a feeling of relaxation.
It has a grounding aroma and brings feelings of health and vitality. When on the skin, it has brightening effects. It is also often used in massages to relax the body and mind.
Use in ailments:
* Emotional balance: by diffusion or massage.
* Respiratory problems: chest problems and by diffusion.
* Skin irritation, injuries: to affected areas, add to a bath.
* Urinary tract infection: apply to the bladder area several times a day.
* Water retention in the body: apply to the kidney and bladder area 1-2 times a day.
* Gum problems: to the inside of the jaw.
* Repellent: diluted to the body or diffused.
* Acne: apply with a drop of Tea tree to affected areas.
Other uses:
This oil can help with acne, anxiety, arthritis, congestion, cough, bladder inflammation, dandruffs, inflammation, psoriasis, cleanses, sinusitis, skin conditions, stroke and water retention. It can also help in reduction of fatty secretions.