Cedarwood (Virginian)
Juniperus Virginiana
Description:
A slow-growing, evergreen coniferous tree, up
to 180ft/33m high, with a narrow, dense and pyramidal crown, a reddish heartwood and brown cones.
Actions:
abortifacient, antiseborrheic, antiseptic (pulmonary,
genitourinary), antispasmodic, astringent,, balsamic, diuretic, emmenagogue,
expectorant, insecticide, sedative(to the nervous system), stimulant (to the circulation)
Extraction:
The oil is extracted by steam distillation from
lumbar waste, sawdust and shavings.
Characteristics:
A pale yellow, or orange, oily liquid, with
a mild, sweet-balsamic, pencil-wood scent. It blends well with sandalwood, rose,
juniper, cypress, vetiver, patchouli and benzoin.
Perfume:
Scent:
Sweet-balsamic, pencil-wood,
tenacious, tobacco, clean, sporty
Key Qualities:
(mind) Restorative,
uplifting, warming
Odour Intensity:
Medium-low
Aromatherapy Use:
Skin Care:
Acne, dandruff,
eczema, greasy hair, oily skin, psoriasis (can cause acute local irritation
in some individuals)
Circulation, Muscles & Joints:
Arthritis, rheumatism
Respiratory System:
Bronchitis, catarrh, congestion, coughs, sinusitis
Genitourinary System:
Cystitis, leukorrhea
Nervous System:
Nervous tension, stress-related disorders
Other Uses:
Insect repellent
Safety Data:
WARNING: Use this oil in dilution only, with
care and in moderation. The oil is a powerful abortifacient - avoid during pregnancy
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The treatments listed on this site relies on alternative healing with essential oils, and please note that no clinical trials or results are available and rests heavily on anecdotal proof.
