Cedarwood, Atlas - Organic EO


Details

  • Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica (Endl.) Manetti ex Carrière
  • Origin: Morocco
  • Process: Steam Distilled Essential Oil
  • Plant Part: Wood
  • Cultivation: Sustainably Wild Harvested, Certified Organic (USDA, NOP)
  • 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 - Organic Sample (1 ml) 176-3
    $2.00
  2. Cedarwood, Atlas - Organic 15 ml (1/2 oz) * 176-016
    $8.25
  3. Cedarwood, Atlas - Organic 30 ml (1 oz) 176-030
    $10.25
  4. Cedarwood, Atlas - Organic 2 oz 176-9
    $14.50
  5. Cedarwood, Atlas - Organic 4 oz 176-10
    $24.50
  6. Cedarwood, Atlas - Organic 8 oz 176-11
    $41.00
  7. Cedarwood, Atlas - Organic 16 oz 176-12
    $65.50
  8. Cedarwood, Atlas - Organic 1 kg 176-25
    $135.75
  9. For larger sizes or quantities please contact us for pricing and availability.         
* Size includes orifice (drop) reducer

Overview

Organic 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 an essential oil producer who sources cedarwood stumps, trees from clean-up cuts and wood residue (sawdust) from which to distill the essential oil; in addition, they work with their suppliers to evaluate and improve sustainability, tools and practices in all stages of production.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 – Plant Aromatics and Their Influence on the Psyche, 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 Rhind. 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 - Organic EO

to mossy!! Review by
Rating
2
it smells like cedar, but then i get this weird mossy wet diaper note. the other people said that to age it, so i'm going to try
(Posted on 2/29/2024)
this and australian Prem. are winners Review by
Rating
5
I love this oil. recently my brother and I went to sprouts and spent a while smelling EO's and he smelled the cedar and it was so strong and sharp that it ended up giving him a headache.
I bought this because I needed cedar in a perfume I was making and I bought this one based on the reviews and description of it being sweet, and it sure is.
It's woody, sweet and i don't want to say sharp but bright and lovely.
(Posted on 9/13/2017)
Truly a Unisex Oil Review by
Rating
5
This Cedarwood is divine. With its sweet and warm drydown, it has blended beautifully with both masculine and feminine scents. Several blends I've tried that have been blessed by this oil:
A forest blend of Vetiver, Fir Balsam, Douglas Fir, Elemi.
A meditation blend I created to mimic endangered Rosewood: Cedarwood, Geranium Rose, Vetiver, Coriander, Clary Sage.
And a unisex blend inspiring visions of raptors in flight over deep green forests: Clary Sage,Frankincense India, Cedarwood Himalayan, Geranium Rose, Lime, Lemon, Cypress, Sandalwood,Tobacco, Oakmoss.
This oil has an amazing range of play.


(Posted on 1/11/2017)
very warm and pleasant autumn aroma Review by
Rating
5
This my first time leaving a review for Eden Botanicals.

When I first put a dab of undiluted oil on a test strip, it mostly seemed to have a phenolic(?) note that I wasn't too interested in. (Note to self: test oils in dilution next time.) But after letting it dry and smelling it again after a couple hours, it had developed into an extremely nice sugary+woody smell. I've never smelled cedar sap, to me it just feels like a familiar foody scent that I can't quite put my finger on. Perhaps like cinnamon and sugar dissolved in milk that you put in a warm bowl of oatmeal? It's very nice. I can see why it would be used as a fixative for floral scents.
(Posted on 7/23/2016)
The Best Review by
Rating
5
Ah, the unmistakable coconut and melon aroma of Cedrus atlantica. One of the finest wood derived oils.
(Posted on 6/28/2016)
Rich and Deep Notes yet, light citrus notes Review by
Rating
5
This oil is just amazing, and I need more! It does have that typical cedar chest scent, but much more. It is way deeper and has a great citrus scent, like Neroli or orange coming through the deep base notes. It's just great, and it's at a great price. I'm mixing it with ylang-ylang, and lemon, maybe rose as well. Any top note comes through nicely. Works great in my diffuser and smells good on my face! And, today, I used it on my dark wood furniture and wow! It put a bright shine to the wood and smells fantastic! Yes, need more!
(Posted on 3/2/2016)
Really Nice Review by
Rating
5
This oil smells exactly like cedar sap with a sweet, slightly spicy depth. A living tree, rather than "dead" cedar closet boards. Towards dry-down, it mellows into a warm, sweet, slightly woody scent with an accent of cedar needles. This was a surprise to me (my fist Cedar EO of any kind), but a nice one. I am truly addicted to it. I'm wearing it as a perfume, diluted to 20%.
(Posted on 12/5/2015)
Very Happy Review by
Rating
5
I've never smelled cedarwood & was very pleased.
Not what I expected. I think it will blend nicely with
citrus oils .
(Posted on 8/24/2015)
Sweet! Review by
Rating
5
I have never smelled cedarwood EO before. I honestly thought it would smell like lumber warehouse. How pleasantly surprised I was!

It smells only slightly woody, if woody means smelling a piece of freshly cut wood. But it opens up with the sweetest notes of licorice! It smells so sweet, almost like candy! But there's more in this fragrance, there's so much depth and character, you can almost wear it as a perfume! I would say it is more feminine than masculine for all the sweetness, but it can make any masculine blend exquisite!

I smell sweetest licorice with slight notes of spice, vanilla, and yes, woody notes as well. I associate it with fun and playfulness, but at the same time depth and steadiness. It's got everything! It's uplifting and at the same time grounding in a harmonious duality.
(Posted on 7/24/2015)
The real deal! Review by
Rating
5
Oh my God, no wonder why Atlas cedarwood is so highly revered! Whenever I open the bottle I just cannot stop sniffing it's aroma. Unlike the harsher wood chips note with the faux cedars (As I sometimes call them), this is so rounded, smooth, and balsamic. Absolutely no wood chips with this one! Although it has a sharp urinous note that's characteristic with cedars, it is actually quite enjoyable thanks to the overall roundness of the aroma.

Comparing the true cedarwoods, the Atlas variety is similar to the Himalayan variety, but the latter is more mild, sweeter, and has a characteristic buttery smoothness, while the former is more pronounced, has stronger woody depth, less sweet, and is not buttery.
(Posted on 5/16/2015)
Deep, mysterious and rebirthing Review by
Rating
5
For those of you wonder what cedar smells like, it smells like hope & relief. It all became so clear to me as why one would have a "hope chest" made of cedar. I totally agree with the "airy" scent. Very deep, woodsy (duh) forest sweetness. This is perfect for rounding off any coarse edges of floral and fruits, greenery, spices and seeds, and more volatile woods. Lends great depth! The calming effect on the mind is just serene. A bonus is the anti aging effect and skin beautifying benefits. Anyone who's trying to make a bunch of top n middle notes work for your skin, and finding it to be too drying or harsh try a bunch of base notes.
Ground ylang ylang extra (what I used) or ylang complete fine organic (maybe mixing both ylangs could be great) with patchouli, atlas cedar (Himalayan could work, haven't tried but would love to) nagarmotha and Haitian vetiver. Topping this blend with orange blossom n jasmine for the win! Makes the veins in arms come to life when applied to pulse points.
Very aquatic scent, but regenerating and detoxifying. Eden has the good stuff!!
(Posted on 4/27/2015)
Elegant Fragrance Review by
Rating
5
This Atlas Cedarwood is delightfully sweet. It is powerful in blends. A small amount can be overwhelming if you are not careful. It seems to have a little less of the sedative effect so notable in the Texas variant. There are many uses for the oil but as a base for a masculine fragrance it's superb and relatively inexpensive.
(Posted on 9/23/2014)
Sweet aroma Review by
Rating
5
Cedarwood has a warm, woody aroma. I put Cedarwood inside the diffuser every night before sleeping. I fall asleep much more easily. Moreover, I will dilute Cedarwood to massage on my face, to feel relaxed and refreshed.
(Posted on 9/17/2014)
So glad to see EB offer the Org Atlas Cedarwood Review by
Rating
5
EB is transitioning to more organic Essential Oils. This Organic Atlas Cedarwood smells Hypnotic. This is a can't miss oil!!! The smell is rich, balsamic woody almost Sandalwoody. IMO This oil has more depth, richness and woodiness compared to Himalayan Cedarwood which has a longer sweet note. Atlas Cedarwood is more masculine and will be great blended with black pepper, jasmine, vetiver, patchouli and bergamot. This is the top best quality of cedarwood. Very calming and grounding. Add a few drops of Atlas Cedarwood to some jojoba oil and you can clean and scent your wood furniture with alluring smells of cedarwood.
(Posted on 9/3/2014)
"Airy" cedarwood Review by
Rating
5
No cheap pencil shavings here. This stuff is the real deal. It has an slightly sweet "airy" quality that works well for unisex/masculine blends. I personally love it with vetiver and vanilla.
(Posted on 8/30/2014)
Like fine wine Review by
Rating
5
I bought an ounce of this oil several years ago and over time it aged into a glorious scent. It played well in many blends, and sadly my bottle is gone. If Cedarwood's your thing, stock up on this oil as it will surprise you in years to come.
(Posted on 8/29/2014)