Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil

Like many of the tree oils, cedarwood atlas has grounding properties that make it perfect for relaxing blends. There’s a warming quality to its woody scent, and it’s often inhaled as a decongestant.

Cedarwood atlas essential oil uses

Cedarwood atlas oil has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and antifungal properties, which is great news for aromatherapists. Over the years, many users have claimed cedarwood essential oil can help prevent hair loss, so it’s a good oil to mix with your usual conditioner if you have thinning hair.

If you struggle with an irritated scalp, blend a few drops of cedarwood atlas with a carrier oil and massage into your scalp regularly. The antifungal properties help to soothe irritation and calm dry skin.

Those anti-inflammatory properties also make cedarwood atlas oil popular in skincare routines. Blend with a carrier oil and apply to skin to help reduce the appearance and discomfort of acne.

Cedarwood atlas essential oil benefits

We mentioned the grounding effects of cedarwood atlas, and it’s also perfect for reducing stress. Add to a warm bath or your diffuser when you need to find peace, especially when you’re winding down before bed. For a homemade blend to tackle sleepless nights, combine a little cedarwood atlas with lavender essential oil and use the mixture in a diffuser or put a drop or two on your pillow for deep, restful sleep.

One of the best things about cedarwood atlas is that it’s popular with men and women alike. Many men wear it as a cologne, simply by dapping a few diluted drops straight onto the skin, its woody scent having a calming effect throughout the day.

Cedarwood atlas essential oil facts

Botanical name	Cedarus atlantica
Plant part	Wood
Extraction method	Steam distilled
Note	Base
Strength of aroma	Medium to strong
Consistency	Medium
Origin	USA
Colour	Light golden yellow
Aromatic scent	Cedarwood atlas has a sweet, woody, subtle aroma.