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.

Review by Cristina 8/27/2019

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.

Review by Jonathan 7/10/2019

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.

Review by COREY 12/6/2018

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.

Review by J 12/19/2017