Status: Wildcrafted Latin Name: Cedrus atlantica Origin: Morocco Extraction: Steam distillation Part Distilled: Heartwood Odor: Sweet and woody Aromatherapy Uses: This ancient oil was used extensively by the Egyptians in daily beauty rituals. Oily or acneic skins respond well to its antiseptic actions and as a nervous system sedative it helps eczema and stress related conditions. Antiseptic (urinary, pulmonary), antiputrescent, antiseborrheic, aphrodisiac, astringent, emollient, expectorant, fungicidal, insecticidal, mucolytic, lipolytic, sedative, tonic-lymphatic Major Constituents: sesquiterpenes: cedrene, caryophyllene, cadinene, himachalene sesquiterpenols: atlantol, cedrol, cedrenol ketones: a & b-atlantones Skin: acne, oily skin, (scalp & hair), fungus, scabs, pus, chronic dermatosis, conditions, aids seborrhea, dandruff, alopecia; aids “cellulite” Respiratory: respiratory infection or congestion, chronic bronchitis & coughs, dries excess phlegm; in diffusor, kills airborne bacteria, fungus. Muscular/Skeletal: rheumatism and arthritis pain Cardio-vascular/Lymphatic: stimulates lymph circulation, aids artherosclerosis Immune: stimulates immune system Endocrine: regulates glandular system Genito-Urinary/ Reproductive: urinary infections, (gonorrhea)(MDR), chronic urethritis, vaginitis, metritis (MDR), cystitis pain, tonic for kidneys, aids edema (simple water retention) Nervous/ Brain/ Mind: regulates nervous system, sedative, nervous tension, fear, anger, disconnectedness, lacking integrity & independence soothes anxiety, meditation Emotional/Energetic: Instills immovable strength in times of crisis, helps to resist powerful emotions that may undermine our confidence. Restores a sense of Spiritual certainty Blends well with: cinnamon, cypress, frankincense, ginger, patchouli, orange, vetiver, ylang ylang. Satety Data: tested non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing; however possible irritationwhen used in high concentration. Avoid in pregnancy. SOURCES: Sheppard-Hanger Sylla, THE AROMATHERAPY PRACTITIONER REFERENCE MANUAL, Tampa, 1998 Mojay, Gabriel, Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, London, 1996 Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Brisbane, 1997 |
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