Technical data
- Product Name: Cedarwood
- Latin name: Cedrus deodara
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
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- CAS: 8023-85-6
Features
- Scent: Deep, warm and balsamic with soft sweet-resin undertones and a clean, dry woody finish reminiscent of old cedar chests.
- Scent type: Woods and mosses
- Note: Base
- Color: Pale yellow to amber-gold.
- Viscosity: Medium — slightly thicker than water, pours smoothly.
Blends with
Mountain Hush
Purpose
- A bedtime diffuser blend to ease the room into stillness.
- Recipe
3 drops Cedarwood, 2 drops Lavender, 1 drop Bergamot in an ultrasonic diffuser.
Rooted Ritual Body Oil
Purpose
- A grounding massage oil for slow evenings and yoga practice.
- Recipe
2% dilution in 30 ml jojoba — 8 drops Cedarwood, 2 drops Frankincense, 2 drops Sweet Orange.
Dillution guideline
- For topical use, dilute to 1–3% in a carrier oil such as jojoba, argan or sweet almond (roughly 6–18 drops per 30 ml).
- Patch test
Always patch test: apply a small amount of the diluted blend to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Use with caution in children over 3; diffuse intermittently in well-ventilated rooms and avoid direct skin application on infants.
- Pregnancy
If pregnant or nursing, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.
- Pets
Cedarwood can be problematic for cats and small pets — diffuse only in ventilated spaces and keep animals able to leave the room.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy or medical professional.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep out of reach of children.
