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>>>>>>OIL
THIS ISSUE<<<<<<
CEDARWOOD, ATLAS
Cedrus
atlantica
Part used: wood,stump and sawdust
Country of Origin: Morocco, North Africa,
Algeria
How processed: Steam distillation
Smell: Pleasant balsamic (woody)
Note: base note
PROPERTIES: Antiseptic,antifungal,
expectorant, circulatory stimulant, sedative, aphrodisiac, tonic (energizer),
insecticide (bug killer).
COMMON USES: This oil is used in
perfumery and used extensively in soaps.
BLENDS WITH: All woody and floral
type oils such as Bergamot, Cypress, Clary Sage, Ylang, Ylang, Jasmine,
Juniper, Rosemary, Neroli and Vetiver.
MEDICINAL USES: Internal- bronchial
(breaks down mucous),urinary infections (find out cause through medical
assistance), arthritis. External- acne, alopecia (baldness), anger, dandruff,
eczema, fear, fungal infections (athlete's feet), oily skin.
CAUTIONS: Avoid if Pregnant or breast
feeding. As with any essential oils - ingested in large amounts can be
fatal. Keep out of reach of children.
>>>>>>HELPFUL
HINT<<<<<<
Cedarwood when used for building, the aroma
repels termites, ants, moths, and other insects!
>>>>>>>BLENDS
TO TRY<<<<<<
Inhalation formula:
2 cups boiling water
Eucalyptus - 12 drops,
Cedarwood - 6 drops,
Rosemary - 3 drops,
Peppermint 6 drops,
Pour blend into bottle, shake well and
then add 5 drops to the boiling water (place in a stainless steel bowl),
lean over bowl and place towel over head to inhale the oils. Caution -
remember sometimes less in oils is better than more.
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Here's another blend to try:
Hair Tonic
20 drops Basil
10 drops Cedarwood
10 drops Rosemary
Blend oils together, massage a few drops
into scalp nightly. It will not leave the hair feeling greasy. .......................
This oil was featured
in the May 1999 Birch Hill Happenings Newsletter.
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