CEDARWOOD OIL - USES AND BENFITS IN AROMATHERAPY AND SKINCARE

  Cedarwood Essential Oil is steam distilled from the wood of the Cedar tree (scientifically called Juniperus Virginiana) , of which there are several species, such as  Cedrus atlantica, Cedrus deodara,   Juniperus mexicana,  and  Juniperus virginiana,  which are normally found in high altitudes and colder climates and   more commonly recognized as Atlas, Himalayan, Texan, and Virginian Cedarwood, respectively. Throughout history, Cedarwood Essential Oil has been used by various cultures, such as Native American and Tibetan communities, to address ailments ranging from minor discomforts, including coughs and hiccups, to more severe illnesses. In Ancient Egypt, Cedarwood Oil’s antimicrobial and insecticidal properties made it valuable for use in mummifying procedures. In these and other societies, Cedarwood was also known to relax the body and mind, making it ideal for use in religious ceremonies and spiritual practices, such as communal prayer and in...