Cedarwood Himalayan is a tall, evergreen tree up to 50 m high, occasionally more. It grows extensively on the slopes of the Himalayas in northern India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. Himalayan Cedarwood Essential Oil is believed to have the following properties: antiseptic, anti-putrescent, anti-seborrhea, aphrodisiac, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, fungicidal, mucolytic, sedative (nervous), stimulant (circulatory), tonic. In India, this oil has been shown to possess insecticidal and anti-fungal properties. It’s also called Tibetan Cedarwood. The ancient Egyptians already used this oil, namely to embalm, for cosmetics and perfumery.
It is yellow viscous oil, which has been used for centuries. Cedarwood oils in generals are the earliest known essential oils used by humanity for aroma and medicinal use. Cedarwood oil was extensively used by ancient Egyptians in making cosmetics and perfumes. It is also one of the ingredients of ‘mithridat’ which is an antidote for poison that was used by royals, centuries ago. Today now this oil is used extensively to cure various health problems like kidney disorders, arthritis, skin and respiratory problems, and the list goes on. As result of the soothing effect of its aroma, this oil is used during meditation as the aroma uplifts the spirit and calms the mind.
Cedar Wood Deodara word comes from the sanskrit term "DevDaru" which means "WOOD OF GODS". Historically cedar wood was used in construction of Temples and Landscapes around Temples also the art of wood curbing is done on this cedar wood. Because it is durable and rot-resistant it has fine close grain which can sustain high polish.
Benefit & Uses: It can be used in case of extreme stress, and it can even act as a pain reliever by relaxing the muscles. For someone who is very tense, including this in an aromatherapy oil blend can really someone help de- stress and un-wind during an aromatherapy massage. Cedarwood oil is particularly soothing to a strained mind and it can help relieve anxiety.
Toothache As an astringent, Cedarwood Himalayan essential oil can help cure toothache, and can help the gums tighten around the teeth.
It has massage, bath, skin care, hair care, compress, inhalation, meditation, diffuser and balancing, calming, used for concentration and clarity.
Himalayan Cedarwood essential oil is an excellent choice for treating respiratory problems. It eases coughs and decreases the discomforts of colds and the flu. As an expectorant, it helps expel mucus from the lungs; it also decrease the congestion common with bronchitis and sinusitis.
Himalayan Cedarwood essential oil promotes urination and is useful against urinary tract infections and prostate problems. It tones the urinary tract and may help control incontinence. Its antiseptic action assists in combating infection, particularly cystitis and arthritis.
Himalayan Cedarwood oil also helps to reduce the pain and swelling of arthritis, backache, carpal tunnel syndrome, rheumatism and sciatica. It heals skin rashes, soothes the discomfort and irritation of dermatitis and psoriasis, and fights fungal infections such as athlete's foot.
The scent of Himalayan Cedarwood essential oil is woody and balsamic, with just a touch of spice. Its smoky aroma has a slightly hint of camphor.
Himalayan Cedarwood has a strong, masculine scent that helps relieve stress and nervous tension. It is an excellent aid for meditation and is often used as a tonic for improving the flow of energy in the body. The aroma of Himalayan Cedarwood oil is said to reduce fear and increase confidence.
Cedar Wood Oil (Himalayan) promotes urination and is useful against urinary tract infections. Cedar Wood Oil (Himalayan) is also helps to reduce the pain and swelling of Arthritis, Backache, Rheumatism and sciatica. It heals skin rashes soothes the discomfort and irritation of Dermatitis and Psoriasis and fight Fungal infections such as Athletes foot. Cedar Wood Oil (Himalayan) is used for Acne, Dandruff, Hair Loss; Skin Eruptions. Cedar wood oil has also insect repellent property particularly for mosquitoes & fleas. It relives Nervous Tension and Stress promotes sleep, mental clarity helps Meditation and is often used as a Tonic for improving the flow of energy in the body. The aroma of Cedar Wood Oil (Himalayan) is said to reduce fear and increase confidence.