CEDARWOOD ATLAS ESSENTIAL OIL
A grounding, strengthening essential oil traditionally valued for skin, respiratory, and emotional wellbeing.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica
Family: Pinaceae
Origin: Algeria and Morocco
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from wood stumps, chippings, and sawdust
Note: Base
Colour: Pale yellow to orange
Aroma: Woody, camphoraceous
About This Essential Oil
Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil is a deeply grounding and strengthening oil traditionally valued for skin care, respiratory support, emotional resilience, and overall wellbeing. Its rich woody aroma makes it a popular ingredient in meditation blends, skincare products, and formulations designed to support strength during challenging times.
Key Benefits
• Traditionally supports healthy skin and scalp care
• Encourages emotional strength and resilience
• Supports respiratory wellbeing
• Popular in meditation and grounding blends
• Traditionally valued for urinary and circulatory support
• Rich, warm woody aroma
History
Cedarwood Atlas was used extensively by the ancient Egyptians in embalming, cosmetics, perfumery, and incense preparations. Traditionally it has been valued for bronchial and urinary tract support and was also employed in traditional Tibetan medicine. Its distinctive woody aroma has made it one of the most enduring oils in aromatherapy and perfumery.
Main Chemical Components
50% Sesquiterpenes, 29% Alcohols, 19% Ketones
Properties
• Antiseptic
• Aphrodisiac
• Balancing
• Astringent
• Diuretic
• Emmenagogue
• Insecticidal
• Sedative
• Bactericidal
• Decongestant
• Antifungal
• Mucolytic
Traditional Uses
• Skin – Traditionally used for oily skin, acne, eczema, dandruff, seborrhoea of the scalp, shaving preparations, and supporting healthy hair growth.
• Nervous System – Traditionally valued for anxiety, nervous tension, and emotional stress, particularly in chronic conditions.
• Circulatory – Traditionally used for cellulite, fluid retention, haemorrhoids, and supporting healthy circulation.
• Respiratory – Traditionally used for catarrhal conditions, coughs, chronic bronchitis, respiratory congestion, and infections.
• Urinary – Traditionally valued for cystitis, urinary tract infections, and supporting kidney health.
• Reproductive – Traditionally used for leucorrhoea and vaginal infections.
• Other – Traditionally valued for arthritis and rheumatism.
Psychological & Emotional Uses
• Strengthening and comforting
• Traditionally valued during times of crisis and uncertainty
• Encourages steadiness and emotional resilience
• Supports confidence and morale
• Helps maintain balance during emotionally challenging situations
• Grounding and stabilising for the conscious mind
Blends Well With
Bergamot, Cypress, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Rose, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.
Health & Safety
• Do not use during pregnancy.
• For external use only.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas.
• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
