Western Red Cedar Essential Oil

Benefits

Known well for being used in totem poles and housing construction, the western red cedar also offers benefits when extracted as an essential oil. It offers anti bacterial benefits along with being used as a treatment for various skin and hair conditions. The oil has an extremely strong aroma which is well known for meditation purposes.

The Native Americans used the powder of the western red cedar for cure of stomach pains, rheumatism, cough problems and heart problems long before the names to many of these sickness were even given.

Other medical treatments that could be given through the western red cedar are lungs, throat and urinary infections as well as it helped in exterminating ringworms within the body as well as are used as a cure for problems such as foot fungus, curing kidney problems. It is also good for diarrhea and stomach pains. The bark of the tree is also really useful for the healing of dermal wounds and cuts.

Instructions for Use

This oil can be diffused, or massaged (diluted) into the skin under strict medical supervision.

History and Additional Information

The oil has an extremely calming and relaxing, strong spicy scent that really helps the body and heart in relaxing especially during meditations. The oil helps in the regulating of the blood flow throughout the body and helps the heart and body to relax.

Details

• Latin/Botanical Name: Thuja Plicata
• Other Names: Pacific Red Cedar, Giant Arborvitae, Westren Arborvitae, Shinglewood
• Family: Cupressaceae
• Part of Plant Used: Wood
• Place of Origin: North America

Characteristics

• Odor/Fragrance: earthy, woody, masculine
• Color: shades of red to brown
• Aroma Strength: mild
• Consistency: medium and oily to the touch
• Note: Base

Blending Suggestions: frankincense, myrrh citruses, and other masculine oils

Safety Precautions for this Essential Oil: This oil can be toxic if taken ingested. It can cause miscarriage therefore pregnant women should avoid using i. Many people can get asthma problems with the exposure to the bark or powder of the western red cedar tree.

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NOTE: This product is also known as Thuja for its latin name and will be listed under Thuja Essential Oil.

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