Atlas Cedarwood is also known as Moroccan Cedarwood, as this is where most of it is distilled. The very best Atlas Cedarwood essential oil is said to come from trees that are between 20 and 30 years old. Many doctors over the span of time have used and recommended Atlas Cedarwood for a variety of different conditions.Â
Atlas Cedar is currently on the IUCN endangered list, so please consider alternatives or use this oil very sparingly.
Name of Oil:Â Â Atlas Cedarwood
Latin Binomial:Â Â Cedrus atlantica
Extraction Method:Â Â Steam
Countries of Origin:Â Â United States
Scent Profile:Â Â Sweet, woody
Parts used in distillation:Â Â Wood, saw dust
Oil Characteristics:Â Light, golden yellow, medium thickness, medium to strong aroma
Ancient Egyptians used this oil for embalming practices, cosmetics, and perfumery. In the Bible, Cedar trees are mentioned as a symbol for everything fertile and abundant as well as spiritual strength.
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
Aromatherapy – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood