Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild EO


Details

  • Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica (Endl.) Manetti ex Carrière
  • Origin: Morocco
  • Process: Steam Distilled Essential Oil
  • Plant Part: Wood
  • Cultivation: Sustainably Wild Harvested 
  • Use: Aromatherapy / Natural Perfumery / Incense. Always dilute.
  • Note: Base Note, Fixative
  • Aroma Family: Woody
  • Aroma: Very rich, sweet, woody, warm and balsamic; displays good tenacity in the drydown.
  • Contraindications: Please see comments in Safety Considerations below.



Product Name SKU Price Qty
  1. Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild Sample (1 ml) 175-3
    $2.00
  2. Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild 15 ml (1/2 oz) * 175-016
    $7.50
  3. Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild 30 ml (1 oz) 175-030
    $10.00
  4. Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild 2 oz 175-9
    $13.50
  5. Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild 4 oz 175-10
    $22.25
  6. Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild 8 oz 175-11
    $30.75
  7. Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild 16 oz 175-12
    $51.75
  8. Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild 1 kg 175-25
    $116.00
  9. For larger sizes or quantities please contact us for pricing and availability.         
* Size includes orifice (drop) reducer

Overview

Wild Atlas Cedarwood Essential Oil

Atlas Cedarwood essential oil has wide applications in aromatherapy as well as natural perfumery. The woody, warm and balsamic aroma is one that perfumers often describe as ‘masculine’, although in fact it appeals to all genders. And because Cedarwood’s warm, embracing fragrance has a profoundly soulful quality, it is often found in more introspective, personal perfumes and in meditation blends. Revered for millennia, Atlas Cedarwood has been used for building ships, shrines, and bath houses, as well as in cosmetics, and perfumery; it is also considered to be one of the earliest incense materials.1

Impressive Cedrus atlantica forests once blanketed the high mountains of North Africa, but harvesting the timber has nearly brought the tree to its knees in countries like Algeria, where fires and unregulated cutting resulted in a steep decline in their population and range. Fortunately, we found a supplier who sources wood shavings, roots and sawdust from which to distill the essential oil; in addition, they sponsor a cedar re-plantation program to replenish the forest with a new generation of trees.2 Ensuring the sustainability of vulnerable biological species is a very important aspect that we consider when sourcing our oils.


The calming aroma of Atlas Cedarwood is believed to be associated with the energy centeredness and abundance.3 The aroma is wonderful to diffuse on its own, a superb addition to massage oils, and ideal in blends that aim to deepen the spiritual in every body.


Please note when purchasing Cedarwood essential oil: we recommend Atlas and Himalayan Cedarwood oils, as they are the most notably used, have an appealing aroma, and are the only true Cedar oils typically available. Texas Cedarwood and Virginia Cedarwood are actually Junipers and although quite useful, are different in aroma and effects. Cedar Leaf oil is from a species of Thuja and is best used very carefully or not at all due to its potential toxicity.4

For information regarding the attributes of Atlas Cedarwood essential oil, please see:

  • L'Aromathérapie Exactement, Pierre Franchomme and Dr. Daniel Pénoël, 1990, p. 331.
  • Aromatherapeutic Blending – Essential Oils in Synergy, Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2016, p. 201.
  • Essential Oils – A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice, 2nd ed., Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2012, pp. 238-9.
  • Fragrance and Wellbeing, Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2014, pp. 188-9.

For information about the use of Atlas Cedarwood in perfumery, please see:


Aromatic Profile: Very rich, sweet, woody, warm and balsamic; displays good tenacity in the drydown.


Appearance: Light yellow to brown, transparent, slightly viscous, mobile liquid.


Storage Suggestions: This oil will actually improve with age, that is, the aroma will become deeper, rounder and more refined over time when properly stored at a constant temperature below 65-70F degrees.


Use: Aromatherapy, Natural Perfumery, Incense.


Blending Suggestions: Dilute and add drop by drop to your blends until the desired effect is achieved.


Blends Well With: Bergamot, Boronia, Cassie, Cinnamon, Cistus, Clary Sage, Cypress, Fir,  Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper, Labdanum, Laurel Leaf, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Mimosa, Neroli, Patchouli, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Thyme, Verbena, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang. "Widely used in perfumery for its fixative effect and … which seems to blend so well with labdanum products and with all the woody and woody-floral types of perfume materials."5


Safety Considerations: Atlas Cedarwood essential oil contains very low percentages of oxygenated (stable) ketones that are of minimal concern for toxicity. Ketones do not contribute to the oxidation (potential dermal toxicity) of less stable terpenes.6 Tisserand and Young report that there are no known contraindications and no dermal limits for this oil.7 Dilute before using. A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.


1 Davis, Patricia. Aromatherapy  An A-Z, 1988, pp. 71-2.

2 Industry communication.

3 Rhind, Jennifer Peace. Aromatherapeutic Blending – Essential Oils in Synergy, 2016, p. 201.

4 Rhind, Jennifer Peace. Essential Oils  A Handbook for Aromatherapy Practice, 2nd ed., 2012, p. 236.

5 Arctander, Steffen. Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, 1960, pp. 139-40.

6 Kumar, Satyanshu. Analytical Techniques for Natural Product Research, 2015, p. 31.

7 Tisserand, Robert and Rodney Young. Essential Oil Safety, 2nd ed., 2014, p. 238.


The FDA has not evaluated the statements on this website. No claims are made by Eden Botanicals as to the medicinal value of any products from Eden Botanicals. The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products. If you have any questions, please call or email us for further information.

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Customer Reviews for Cedarwood, Atlas - Wild EO

Softly cedar Review by
Rating
5
While I had anticipated a sharper quality to this cedarwood oil, I agree with other reviewers that the subtle, soft qualities of this oil are quite beautiful. I did not know cedarwood could be so nuanced! The top note, to my nose, is sweet and resinous. The characteristic 'cedar' sharpness appears submerged- but it's not disappointing at all! The soft quality of this aroma recommends it for blending while also offering a muted cedar scent for use on its own.
(Posted on 8/26/2019)
Give it time! Review by
Rating
5
This is a must-have for me.

Just be aware that it *requires* dilution, and aging wouldn't hurt at all. The reason being is that there's an initial odor to this oil that many people deeply dislike, and I can understand. It makes me think HAMSTER CAGE. But with age and dilution that will go away pretty quickly and bloom into a gorgeous wooden-incense aroma. The tenacity on this oil is one of the longest I've worked with.

I incorporate it into my skin care regimen for my body rather than my face. Take a quick shower with unscented soap, put this and a carrier oil into a bath as hot as you can stand, and you'll come out smelling deeply erotic. People will put their face right on you and want to breathe you in. It's *really* nice.
(Posted on 7/9/2019)
Smooth criminal Review by
Rating
4
I have tried many atlas cedarwood oil in the past. While Virginia and Texas varieties share similar masculine dark woody nuances, perhaps the atlas wild and Himalayan woods appear to have a soft blond woody feminine energy. Imo, This wild smells identical to the organic cedar version.i guess Its a matter of personal preference as to which one you have an affinity for.
(Posted on 12/6/2018)
Beautifully balanced Review by
Rating
5
I absolutely love that this oil is sustainable! EB continues to amaze me with their ethics as a company, and I’m so grateful to them for offering us more environmentally friendly alternatives. But the sustainability is only one of many reasons to try this oil, it actually smells incredibly beautiful! This wild atlas cedar has a sweet balsamic smell, but it’s not quite as “tangy” as the organic version. On a test strip this has the softness of an amyris oil but with sugary balsamic nuances, on a very pleasing balanced woody backdrop.

Perhaps you are surprised that Eden Botanicals brought in yet another atlas cedar oil. Wasn’t one enough? If you’re like me, you might be asking yourself if you really need to try 3 different varieties of “true” cedarwood. The answer is yes! These are FAR more nuanced and unique than you’d expect, each one having its own distinct personality. I see the organic atlas cedar as being a more confidant, “in your face” type of smell whereas this wild variety is more shy and balanced. I use my organic version when I want cedarwood to be a prominent note, and I save the wild version for when I want a soft, woody backdrop for my blends. Himalayan cedarwood is another beast unto itself that has a light camphorous edge to it, which counteracts the typical sweetness you find in cedars. It works wonders in darker woody blends.

The scent quality of this wild cedarwood is excellent, and the longevity is as good as they come. It’s potent enough for a fixative, but not as overwhelming as the organic version. If you’re the kind of person who hates the smell of cedar, you might end up loving this. It’s very subtle and nuanced and seems to blend well with just about everything. Well worth trying, I’ve already ordered an 8 oz.
(Posted on 12/19/2017)