Cedarwood Himalayan Essential Oil is usually distilled from a tall 150 ft evergreen tree which grows in high altitudes of cold areas of the Himalayan region of North India, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. A true Cedar wood, it is the national tree of Pakistan. In India, this oil is thought to possess insecticidal and anti-fungal properties. Cedarwood Essential Oil is steam distilled from the wood, stumps, wood chips or sawdust of the tree. The Oil is a yellowish to orange-yellow or deep amber-colored. It is a thick oil and will occasionally appear somewhat cloudy. The scent of Cedarwood Himalayan Essential Oil is very similar to Atlas Cedarwood. Its scent is rich, and camphor like. It has a pleasant woody undertone. Cedarwood oil is particularly useful in skin-care preparations as it has astringent and antiseptic properties. It is said to be beneficial in relieving moderate skin complaints of acne, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, fungal infections, greasy skin, and hair loss, hair strengthening and growth. It also may help to relieve stress and tension.
Warnings
Tisserand & Bolacs say that “Cedarwood is unlikely to present any hazard in aromatherapy.” (Tisserand R, Bolacs T, Essential oil safety. Churchill Livingston, UK
Lawless says that “…Cedarwood should not be used during pregnancy.” (Lawless J. The Encyclopedia of essential oils. Element Books Limited, Great Britain, 1992.
The Aromatherapy Place does not recommend ingesting essential oils unless a specific dosage instruction is given to a consumer by a qualified medical practitioner.
Do not apply directly to the skin. It May cause skin irritation in some individuals. Always dilute with a carrier oil. A skin test is recommended prior to use on the skin.
Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes.
Please check with a professional for safe essential oils to use with children or the elderly. Do not use essential oils on a child younger than two years without professional advice.
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