- SKU
- EO3211
- Other Names
- Atlantic Cedar, Atlas Cedarwood, and African Cedar
- Farming Method
- Certified Organic
- Plant Part
- Wood
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Application Method
- Bath, Diffusion, Inhalation, Massage, and Topical
- Scientific Name
- Cedrus atlantica
- Extraction Method
- Steam Distilled
About the Plant:
From deep within the forest, the mighty Cedar Atlas tree stands as the king, spreading a powerful exquisitely exalted fragrance.
“What the lion is in the animal kingdom, the cedar is among trees. Majestic and full of strength, Cedars stand tall in the loftiest regions of the mountains. They demand space for their expansive branches and stand undaunted by the elements in total inner harmony.
Cedar trees grow up to 10 feet high, and when undisturbed they may reach an age of 1,000 to 2,000 years. During biblical times, forests of cedar trees covered Lebanon and a large part of the Taurus Range in southern Turkey. The wood was honored as a symbol of strength, dignity, and nobility.” Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Fischer-Rizzi
Where it Grows:
Atlas Cedar is native to the Atlas Mountain forests in Algeria and Morocco. Amrita® Aromatherapy is proud to have Organic Cedar Atlas from Morocco.
Traditional Uses and Lore:
The word Cedar appears in the Bible frequently, as a symbol of glory, strength, and royalty. In Latin, Greek, Arabic, and Hebrew, the words for Cedar are some versions of “stand firm”, and “power”. This is often meant in a spiritual sense in religious texts.
Atlas Cedar is believed to be the descendant of the original Lebanon Cedars, revered in Biblical times. Although it has been reduced to a mere 400 trees, the old Cedar forest that once covered Lebanon was once considered a sacred, mystical place, with many Cedar trees living between 1000-2000 years.
“For many centuries, people came to pray and find comfort in the aura of these fragrant trees in the ‘holy forest’ on Lebanese mountain slopes. The warm, balsa fragrance filled the air, healing the traveler.” Complete Aromatherapy Handbook, Fischer-Rizzi
Only about 400 trees of this holy forest survive today.
- USDA Certified Organic
- Grounding
- Centering
- Astringent
Cedar Atlas Organic Essential Oil is a potent cedarwood oil that does beautiful things for the body: slimming and toning the body, clearing oily skin, and opening respiratory channels in the most pleasant way.
Topical Application (for use on the skin):
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Diffusion / Inhalation (add a few drops to a nebulizer or nasal inhaler):
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Safety Precautions:
- Certified Organic Cedar Atlas Essential Oil is non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing.
- Avoid during pregnancy.
General Safety Precautions:
- Use essential oils only in diluted form on the skin and never internally.
- Always be careful when using essential oils with children.
- Give them only low doses, or better, consult a qualified aromatherapy expert before using.
- Also, use essential oils with care and only under the proper guidance of an expert while pregnant or if you have liver damage, epilepsy, cancer, or other serious health problems.
Certified Organic Cedar Atlas Essential Oil is a biblical oil. It is very closely related to the legendary Lebanon Cedar. Atlas Cedar oil was used in Egyptian times to build temples. It was considered the Sandalwood of theMiddle East. Atlas Cedar has a sweet woody perfume of ancient forests that naturally inspires a sigh of relief for troubled hearts and worried minds.
It is antiseptic, drying, and helps normalize oily skin and hair. When inhaled, it has an elegant way of clearing mucous and soothing coughs, without any medicine cabinet smell.
The following is a list of conditions which Cedar Atlas Essential Oil addresses by category:
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