Cedarwood Essential Oil

Cedarwood essential oil (Virginia) is steam distilled from the wood of the Juniperus virginiana tree, which is actually part of the juniper family.

A few of Cedarwood Essential Oil's qualities are as follows:

- this essential oil is said to help combat acne, oily skin, greasy hair and dandruff.

- is often used to 'fix' scents to handmade soaps and body care products.

- has anti-septic, anti-spasmodic, astringent and insecticidal properties.

- used for acne, dandruff, eczema, greasy hair, insect repellants, oily skin and psoriasis.

- best to avoid during pregnancy and may cause skin irritantion is some individuals.

- is a pale yellow color and has a mild, sweet-woody scent.

- blends nicely with bergamot, clary sage, cypress, frankincense, jasmine, juniper, neroli, oakmoss, patchouli, petitgrain, rose, sandalwood, and vetiver.

This information is provided for reference use only and is not meant to substitute the advice of a licensed health care professional.