EYVOR | Cedarwood Essential Oil: A Touch of the Himalayas
Cedarwood essential oil has a fascinating history. It is mentioned several times in the bible as something that symbolizes protection, abundance, and wisdom. Cedarwood was used in ancient Egypt for mummification alongside other essential oils, and even the Native Americans used cedarwood oil for enhancing their spiritual communication as it neutralizes the negative feelings or emotions like anger and enhances positive feelings.
As the name suggests, Cedarwood comes from the bark of the cedar tree, whose biological name is Cedrus deodara and who belongs to the family Pinaceae. These trees are said to be inhabitants of Native America and can live for as long as a thousand years. They reach an average height of 30 meters, though some have been recorded as reaching over 60 meters tall!
Benefits
Cedarwood essential oil has great benefits, ranging from spiritual and overall wellbeing to health-related effects. Due to the presence of various (and potent) anti-inflammatory compounds, cedarwood oil proves to be very effective for the treatment of inflamed joints and muscles through both internal and external usage.
Additionally, cedarwood has a pharmacologically active component called cedrol. This compound is known for having outstanding sedative properties, making cedarwood oil excellent for relieving stress and tension. This compound also increases and stimulates serotonin production, elevating one’s mood.
It also has great antioxidant properties, making it perfect for application on damaged or sensitive skin. By using cedarwood as a skin balm, one can experience damaged cell repair, naturally glowing skin, reduced dullness, and overall skin rejuvenation. The same antioxidant action is also responsible for keeping the body energetic.
Cedarwood oil is also known for helping with flare-ups caused by eczema, as it has soothing properties for irritated skin. Breakouts are often caused due to high sebum production, which can also be balanced and counteracted by the cedarwood oil, allowing the user to experience a reduction in skin breakouts, uneven pigmentation, and blemishes.
This oil also works great as a hair rejuvenation tool, as it reduces hair thinning by increasing blood circulation in the scalp. This also makes it an excellent remedy for alopecia, as said increase in circulation stimulates the hair follicles and leads to hair growth.
DIY:
If a cotton ball dipped in cedarwood oil is kept in the cupboards, it will keep your clothes safe and make sure they are not damaged by moths or insects as cedarwood oil is a natural repellent.
Cedarwood oil can also be mixed with one’s moisturizer or lotion in order to promote healthy, glowing skin and decrease blemishes and dullness.
Conclusion:
Making cedarwood oil a part of your life is not only bound to make you feel at peace and calm, but also has amazing effects on health, skin, and hair. It can promote a fresh, glowing look every day and will cleanse the negativity from your life, as well as pollutants from the air.