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Cedarwood Virginian Essential Oil Juniperus virginiana




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Warm and woody, Virginian cedarwood calms the spirit and brings clarity when problems arise...

 

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Part of Plant: Wood, Sawdust and Shavings
Country of Origin: Canada
Growing Method: Cultivated
Description: There are a number of different Cedarwood oils that are recognised within the essential oil industry. There are two major differences between these oils, that being the family they originate from and the geographical location. The oils are generally distinguished by their geographical location. Cedarwood Virginian belongs to the Cupressaceae family, high in cedrol, cedrene and thujopsene. It is produced from the wood of the Southern Red Cedar, which is a slow-growing, coniferous evergreen, reaching heights of 33 metres or so, the diameter of the trunks can reach over 1.5 metres. It has a reddish heartwood and bears brown cones.
Aromatic Description: When opening the bottle you get a sweet and woody aroma, with a balsamic note, similar to Sandalwood.
Aroma Family: Woody
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Colour: Colourless to pale yellow oil
Consistency: Thin
Aromatic Note: Base
Evaporation Rate: Up to several days
Blends well with: Rosewood, Bergamot, Cypress, Chamomile, Cassia, Jasmine, Neroli, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Juniper, Oakmoss, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver.
Blending Factor: 4
Body Systems: Nervous, Respiratory, Skin care, Urinary
Therapeutic Actions: Antibacterial, anticatarrhal, antiseborrhoeic, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, emmangogue, expectorant, insecticide, sedative, tonic
Clinically Proven: Anti-inflammatory, insecticidal
Common Uses:

Cedarwood Virginian calms nervous tension and states of anxiety, and is used for concentration and clarity.

Virginian cedarwood is an expectorant and  will act as a mild astringent, as well as helping to relieve muscle and joint pain.

It is also useful for deterring moths and other insects.

Skincare / Perfumery:

It helps with dandruff, hair loss and oily hair, and is in products used to combat acne.

Fragrance component and fixative in household products, soaps and detergents as well as perfumes, especially men's fragrances.

Best form of Application:

To skin - Massage, compress, bath, ointment, skin care

Inhalation – direct inhalation, sniffy tube, diffuser, oil vaporiser

Personality Profile: Cedarwood helps to give one confidence and security whilst providing clarity when life seems overwhelming.
Energetics and Subtle Aromatherapy: Intellectual consciousness, a gentle strength that lifts us up when we need it, encompassing us in warmth. Cooling and calming for hot conditions of the body, Warming to the spirit and soul.
Astral Profile:

Planet: Sun

Element: Fire

Chakra: Solar Plexus, Throat
Colour Therapy: Orange, Blue-Green, Purple
Magical Influences: Spirituality, Self-control
History:

The oldest tree reported, from West Virginia, was 940 years old..
Native American tribes have historically used poles of of this lovely cedarwood to demarcate agreed tribal hunting territories, and the smoke of burning Virginian Cedarwood is believed to expel evil spirits prior to conducting a ceremony, such as a healing ceremony.  Some nations continue to use it ceremoniously. 

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, which denotes "red stick", was named from the reddish colour of these poles.

Shelf life:

Users can expect a minimum shelf life of 3-5 Years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).

Current Batch exp. Dec 2022

Cautions: Non-irritant, non-sensitising and non-toxic

Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.

 

Sourced from
Battaglia, S. (2020). Aromatherapy and Chakras. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia.

Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 3rd Edition. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia, 2018

Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
Cunningham, S. Magical Aromatherapy. Llewellyn Publications, USA, 1993
Lawless, J. (1995). The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils. Element Books Ltd, UK.
Lyon, William S. (1998). Encyclopedia of Native American Healing. W.W. Norton & Company, Inc. USA.
Schnaubelt, K. (1999). Medical Aromatherapy - Healing with Essential Oils. Frog Ltd, USA.
Wildwood, C. (1994). Create Your Own Perfumes using Essential Oils. Piatkus, UK.
Worwood, V. (1995). The Fragrant Heavens - The Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy. Doubleday, UK.
Worwood, V. (1999). The Fragrant Mind - Aromatherapy for Personality, Mind, Mood and Emotion. Doubleday, UK.

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This product was added to our catalog on Saturday 21 August, 2021.