Characteristics of Cedar

The cedar is an evergreen tree that belongs to the Pinaceae family. There are different species of cedar, the most famous of all is the species Cedrus atlantica. Its height reaches over 30 meters and to achieve this it takes about 50 years, which is the age of full maturity of the tree. It usually grows in the mountains near fir trees. Its trunk is large and its foliage has an irregular and bulky shape.
Its growth is favored by direct contact with the sun, even in the most barren soils. It adapts easily to temperature changes and is a tree resistant to frost (up to -20 degrees Celsius) and drought. It belongs to the coniferous trees, like the pine, as it develops upright cones with a flat or sunken top. The cedar is a perennial tree with impressive blue-green needles that, together with the resin of the trunk, give off a
unique woody aroma.

Cedarwood essential oil is light orange and is distilled from the wood and needles of the tree using the hydrodistillation method.

History of cedar

The cedar is a tree with a deep history over time. In our country it grows creating forests, of which the most famous is the cedar forest of Alykos in Naxos, with an area of ​​approximately 800 acres. It consists of centuries-old trees with many different varieties of cedars aged 200 – 300 years!! Cedars will also be found in several parts of
land such as in Lebanon, the foothills of the Himalayas, Cyprus, Algeria and North America.

It is known that cedar is an ancient healing tree that has been associated with folk medicine or respiratory treatments, and its presence as incense was essential in the ceremonies of the ancient Egyptian, Roman and Greek civilizations.

Today, cedar is used in the manufacture of men's perfumes for the woody aroma it exudes, in the production of deodorants, and as an ingredient in hair strengthening products.

Ingredients

Cedarwood essential oil from the wood shavings and needles of the Cedrus atlantica tree, produced by the steam distillation method.

Chemical composition of cedar essential oil

Seguiterpenes, savinene, α,β-terpenes, terpineol, kaempferol, pinokaempferol,
isocentranol, centrol, limonene, beta-pinene, deodarone, za- atlantone.

Instructions for use

- To improve acne, add cedar essential oil to jojoba and apply topically 2 times a day.
* Contact our pharmacist for the preparation of the mixture.
- Hair loss and dry dandruff: mix 100 ml of bay oil with 10 drops of cedar essential oil and 10 drops of rosemary essential oil. Gently massage for a few minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.
- To treat cellulite. Add 100 ml of grapeseed oil, 10 drops of cedarwood and 10 drops of grapefruit essential oil and massage into thighs and buttocks.
- Used in the manufacture of soap, scented candles, insect repellent herbal sachets.
- Put a few drops in the ceramic aromatherapy device for clear thinking, mental clarity and concentration.
- It combines well with bergamot, lemon, grapefruit, lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus.

Chinese medicine

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, cedar is known as Hue Song. It has a warming nature and is used to stimulate the meridians of the lungs, kidneys, and bladder.
Massaging with almond oil and cedar essential oil on specific acupuncture points removes moisture and cold from the body, increases vital energy in the head area and clears the mind. The healing properties of cedar affect the respiratory system and improve skin diseases.

Useful tips

Cedarwood essential oil should be avoided during pregnancy, breastfeeding and by young children. Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes and mouth.
Essential oils are always used dissolved in a base oil.
After use, avoid exposure to the sun.