Cedar - BIO essential oil

Latin name: Cedrus ATLANTICA

Countries of origin: North Africa (Morocco,....)

Extraction method: distillation of wood

Note and evaporation rate: middle to low

Cultivation method: organic

Dominant chemical families: sesquiterpenes, ketones, sesquiterpenols

Uses:

- for respiratory infections: promotes mucus drainage from the throat and lungs and helps break it down, supports expectoration;

- for arthritis and rheumatism, painful and swollen joints;

- psychologically it provides support, grounds and strengthens;

- in making natural perfumes as a base note (more masculine scent).

Methods of use: inhalations, in vaporisers/diffusers, in massage oils, ointments, natural perfumes,…

Aromatherapy tip with recipe:

Blend for rheumatoid arthritis

15 ml calendula oil (macerate)

15 ml St. John's wort oil (macerate)

5 drops EO Himalayan cedar

4 drops EO rosemary

3 drops EO lavender

2 drops EO clove

3 drops EO German chamomile

Preparation: Drop the essential oils into a dark 30 ml bottle and roll between your palms (mix well). Add approx. 30 ml of calendula and St. John's wort macerate (pure olive oil may also be used), seal well, label, and store in a cool, dark place.

Use: Massage the required amount of the oil blend into the painful joints. Repeat several times a day.