Cedarwood, Atlas Essential Oil

Cedarwood, Atlas

Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica
Synonyms: Moroccan Cedarwood, Atlantic Cedarwood
Family: Pinaceae

Common Uses:

Cedarwood, Atlas essential oil is known for its grounding properties. Its warm, woody aroma provides emotional stability, courage, and strength during challenging times. It is a great oil for reducing stress, worry, and mental fatigue, helping to quiet an overactive mind. This oil is often used in hair and scalp care, as well as in natural insect repellents.

Blends well with:

• Scalp & Hair Concerns: Patchouli, Rosemary
• Anxiety, Nervous Tension, Stress: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Roman Chamomile, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Sweet Orange, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang
• Insomnia: Lavender, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver
• Insect Repellent: Eucalyptus (1,8-cineole-rich), Citronella, Peppermint, Tea Tree

Precautions / Contraindications:

• Avoid during pregnancy—there are conflicting reports regarding its safety, with some sources suggesting it may be neurotoxic or have abortive effects.
• Non-toxic, non-irritating, non-sensitizing.
• GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe).

As with all essential oils, taking internally, ingesting, or adding to food/beverages is not recommended and can cause harm.

Keep all essential oils out of the reach of children, lids secured in a cool, dark location.

Aromatic Note: Top

A warm, slightly camphoraceous scent with a sweet, tenacious wood undertone—reminiscent of a forest after rainfall.

Oil & Aromatic Description:

Yellowish to deep, amber-colored thick oil with a complex aroma that some find unusual but deeply grounding.

Method of Extraction: Steam distilled

Parts Used: Wood, stumps, sawdust – best oils come from the heartwood of older trees (20–30 years).
Country of Origin: Morocco

Note: Atlas Cedarwood is listed as a Threatened Species and is endangered in its natural habitat.

Chakra:

• Strengthens Qi and tonifies kidneys, spleen-pancreas—useful for lethargy, nervous exhaustion, and lack of willpower.
• Nourishes Yin and calms Shen—soothing anxiety, restlessness, and burnout.
• Provides courage and resilience against external pressures.
• Helps ground and protect from negative energy, promoting spiritual clarity.
• Supports strength and commitment during times of transformation and release.

Myers-Briggs Personality Profile: INTJ

• Responsible, dependable, steadfast.
• Modest, private, and down-to-earth.
• Deep thinkers with a strong ability to concentrate and make critical decisions.
• Provide stability and resilience in relationships and work.

For more information, please see the full oil profile.

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References:

Salvatore Battaglia – The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy – Volume 1 – Third Edition
Robert Tisserand, Rodney Young – Essential Oil Safety – Second Edition