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Cedarwood oil is extracted through steam distillation of wood from cedar wood tree (scientifically called Juniperus Virginiana). Cedarwood trees are normally found in high altitudes and colder climates. It contributes a great deal to the medical and health benefits.
Properties Of Cedarwood Essential Oil
Due to its rich aroma, it has found a place in perfumes. Apart from its pleasing scent, cedarwood has a lot of medicinal properties. But there is definitely more to this essential oil than there is to meet the eye and nose. Few of Cedarwood oil properties are,- Antiseptic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antifungal
- Tonic
- Astringent
- Diuretic
- Insecticidal
- Sedative
Benefits Of Cedarwood Essential Oil
If you have been following these article till now, you would realise that cedarwood essential oil has a lot of positives to offer in many forums like beauty, health and lifestyle. Let’s now look at specific problems on how to treat them with this essential oil.
1. Hair Loss
Cedarwood oil can help strengthen the hair follicles by increasing the blood circulation to the scalp. This way the hair stays strong and you will see a significant decrease in hair fall.
Ingredients
- Jojoba oil (15 ml)
- Grapeseed oil (15 ml)
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (30 drops)
- Rosemary Essential Oil (30 drops)
- Pure Sage Essential Oil (30 drops)
Preparation And Use
Place base of jojoba oil and grapeseed oil. Then add 30 drops of cedar, rosemary and sage essential oils each. Blend all these oils well and store it. Apply generously to the scalp and hair roots once a day for at least 3 times a week. Leave it in the hair for about 20 minutes before rinsing it off. You can also leave it on overnight.
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2. Relieve Tension
Cedarwood oil is known to calm the nerves and cool us down. It is widely known as a stress buster and has proven to be effective many a time! This is possible because it has sedative properties that have shown to lower blood pressure and relax the nervous system.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Rosemary Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Lavender Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Carrier oil (4 teaspoons)
Preparation And Use
Make a mixture of all the essential oils including 3 drops of cedarwood, rosemary and lavender oil, in 4 teaspoons of a carrier or base oil like coconut or olive oil. Use this to massage your body or hair on a biweekly basis, more often if required. You can also add 3 drops of lavender and cedarwood oil each in a tub of water to make a bath blend. This is another effective way to reduce tension.
3. Treat Acne
Acne and blemishes on the face are one of the most common skin problems that people deal with, worldwide. Cedarwood oil is known to be an effective agent to fight against acne-causing bacteria which leads to a decrease in acne and give you clear skin.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Tea Tree Essential Oil (2 drops)
- Lavender Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Jojoba Oil (4 teaspoons)
Preparation And Use
Make a mix of cedarwood, tea tree, lavender and jojoba essential oil. Blend the mixture well and store it in a jar. Use it as a natural face wipe serum. Apply it on the affected spots and leave it on for 15 minutes before wiping it off. You can follow this routine on a daily basis till the acne reduces and the scars fade away.
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4. Bug Repellent
While the aroma of cedarwood essential oil is intoxicating to us, it has the opposite effect on insects like fleas and mosquitoes! Cedrol present in cedarwood oil is a strong repellent and it helps to keep away ants and is also known to kill moth larvae  Hence it can be used as an effective insect or bug repellent remedy.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (5 drops)
- Water (1 ounce)
Preparation And Use
Add 5 drops of cedarwood essential oil to an ounce of water in a spray bottle. Spray this mixture on your skin and clothes. You can also use it on your bed sheets and pillows to keep bedbugs away. Additionally, you can also spray this mixture indoor, on rugs, doormats and carpets.
5. Oily Skin
Cedarwood oil is effective against oily skin and provides an even skin tone. Although using oil to treat oily skin might seem counter-productive but fighting oily skin with an essential oil ensures deep cleansing and moisturizing of the face.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (4 drops)
- Tea Tree Essential Oil (2 drops)
- Sandalwood Essential Oil (2 drops)
- Jojoba oil (4 teaspoons)
Preparation And Use
Make a mixture of all the essential oils including 4 drops of cedarwood, tea tree and sandalwood, in 4 teaspoons of a carrier or base oil like jojoba oil. Use this on your face as a facial wipe by applying it with cotton on the affected areas. It helps unclogging and cleansing facial pores thus eliminating oily skin.
Also Read : Home Remedies to Get Rid of Oily Skin
6. Relieve Cough
Being an anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic agent, cedarwood essential oil is known to decongest the phlegm in our respiratory tracts and reduce inflammation in throats and treat a cold and dry cough.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (2 drops)
- Carrier oil
Preparation And Use
If you have a constant cough, add two drops of cedarwood oil in a carrier oil of your choice and rub it on your chest for a minute. You can also add this to your upper lip to help with breathing easier if need be.
7. Treat Fungal Infections
Cedarwood oil has anti-fungal and antibacterial properties that are ideal for treating fungal infections like athlete’s foot and other infections in the leg area.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Tea Tree Essential Oil (2 drops)
- Lavender Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Carrier oil (4 teaspoons)
Preparation And Use
Make a mixture of all the essential oils mentioned above into 4 teaspoons of carrier oil. Use this to massage gently on the affected area for 5 minutes. Follow this procedure on a daily basis until the infection has completely healed.
8. Treat Restless Leg
Restless leg syndrome is the uncontrollable need to move about your legs constantly. Cedarwood essential oil is useful to help this syndrome due to its calming properties which are known to relax the nervous system.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Vetiver Essential Oil (2 drops)
- Black Pepper Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Carrier oil (4 teaspoons)
Preparation And Use
Make a mixture of all the essential oils mentioned, into 4 teaspoons of carrier oil. Use this as a massage blend to relieve stress and reduce the symptoms of Restless Leg Syndrome.
9. Relieve Dry Itchy Scalp
This essential oil increases blood circulation in the scalp, treats scalp infections, removes dandruff and help reduce the itchiness in the scalp that one might be experiencing.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (8 drops)
- Carrier oil (4 teaspoons)
Preparation And Use
Add 8 drops of cedarwood essential oil in 4 teaspoons of carrier oil. Massage it on your scalp for 10 minutes and let it be for 20 more. Rinse it out gently with a mild shampoo and conditioner. Follow this routine upon thrice a week to see immediate results.
Also Read : 10 Amazing Home Remedies for Itchy Scalp
10. Relieve Asthma
Cedarwood oil has antispasmodic properties that help give relief to conditions like asthma and difficulty in breathing by clearing the airway considerably.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (8 drops)
- Carrier oil (4 teaspoons)
Preparation And Use
Mix 8 drops of cedarwood essential oil into 4 teaspoons of carrier oil like coconut or jojoba oil. Massage this mixture onto your chest on a daily basis or whenever need by, to get relief from asthma.
11. Heal Wounds
Cedarwood essential oil has antiseptic properties which can help with healing minor wounds and prevent the wound from getting septic.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Tea Tree Essential Oil (2 drops)
- Lavender Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Carrier oil (4 teaspoons)
Preparation And Use
Make your very own customized balm by mixing cedarwood, lavender and tea tree oil into a carrier oil like coconut oil. Apply this balm gently onto the wounds and massage it.
12. Natural Air Freshener
Apart from all the medical properties that cedarwood oil has, it has a great scent! It is intoxicating and its aroma is out of the world. Hence diffusing this oil at home for some natural room freshening is a no-brainer!
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil
- Lavender
- Peppermint
Preparation And Use
Mix all the essential oils mentioned above in equal portions and use it as a room freshener. Along with providing a soothing and pleasant aroma to your house, it helps with to calm your mind and mood!
13. Improve Sleep
One of the most grounding and effective essential oils you can use, Cedarwood Oil provides a comforting scent that is perfect to put you into a deep, uninterrupted sleep and help treat insomnia.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil (3 drops)
Preparation And Use
Take 3 drops of cedarwood oil and dab it on your wrists. Inhale the scent with a few deep breaths to sleep like a baby, without interruption.
Also Read : Best Essential Oils for Sleep - Benefits and Precautions
14. Treat Inflammation
Due to abundance in anti-inflammatory properties, cedarwood oil is very effective in easing out joint aches and swelling.
Ingredients
- Cedarwood Essential Oil
Preparation And Use
Massage cedarwood oil onto the affected areas. By being massaged onto the skin and inhaling the oil simultaneously, it works in two ways by helping with the joint aches and at the same time, reducing tissue inflammation. Additionally, add 5 drops of cedarwood oil to your bath, to calm the muscles and joints.
Cedarwood Essential Oil Side Effects
Although Cedarwood essential oil has a lot of positive impact on treating various ailments and problems, it also has its cautions. Let’s take a look at some of this oil’s side effects.- Cedarwood Essential Oil is to be used only externally. Internal consumption has to be totally avoided as it will lead to effects ranging from vomiting, nausea and thirst to serious damaging of the digestive system.
- This essential oil is not recommended for pregnant women and should be avoided.
- Avoid using Cedarwood essential oil in high concentrations on your skin. It causes itchiness, irritation and redness if used too much, so be cautious.
- Keep cedarwood oil away from children and pets.
- If pregnant, lactating or under medical care or distress, avoid using this oil and consult your doctor before using any essential oils.
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