Cedarwood has been used for over 5,000 years and for several good reasons. The ancient Sumerians as well as the Egyptians believed cedarwood could connect the body with the mind in rituals ceremonies. The Egyptians also believed that the body should be embalmed in cedarwood so the journey to the other side was a smooth transition.
Scripture writers tell stories about Solomon and his love for cedarwood. He built his temple and palace from the Cedars of Lebanon, which made him the wisest man on the planet. Cedar was a symbol for strength, connection, and protection in those ancient days. Cedarwood oil continues to attract people who want to connect with their soul consciousness in this physical plane, but it is also used as insect repellant as well as a bacteria preventive.
Cedarwood essential oil is fantastic for breaking down cellulite and it's one of the main oils used for deep massages. But, the therapeutic qualities of cedarwood oil don't stop there. This aromatherapy oil is effective for hair loss, acne, psoriasis, urinary tract infections, and bronchitis. Attention deficient disorder and compulsive behavior can be treated with cedarwood oil, and it reduces the risk of hardening of the arteries.
Cedarwood stimulates the pineal gland so melatonin is released to promote deep sleep. The pineal gland not only releases melatonin it also open channels to innate senses that are buried under beliefs about separation. The Sumerians were the first to discover this awakening, but it has been an interesting as well as beneficial side effect experienced by ancient cultures around the world. The real benefit of using this essential oil on a regular basis is the emotional and spiritual transformation that develops when the oil is used in an aromatherapy session.
The therapeutic properties of this amazing oil are astringent, antiseborrhoeic, diuretic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, tonic, fungicide, insecticide, sedative, emmenagogue, and expectorant. The oil has the ability to sedate the skin, which relieves itching, and it acts as a general tonic, which helps control acne, dandruff, and oily skin.
In vapor therapy this essential oil can be used to relieve arthritis, rheumatism, and respiratory issues. The oil can be massaged into the skin or diluted in a bath to relieve painful joints, cystitis, and catarrh.
When cedarwood is blended with other essential oils such as cinnamon, bergamot, frankincense, juniper, benzoin, cypress, rosemary, jasmine, lavender, neroli, rose and lemon the results are better than expected, especially when cellulite and muscle pain cause unnecessary stress on the body.
Ancient civilizations knew the importance of using cedarwood especially when the body was in a state of distress. The physical and mental connection that humans have with cedarwood oil is so special that it can't be taken for granted. The old remedies are new again and cedarwood oil tops the list when it comes to bringing the body and mind together in an innate as well as objective way.
Michael D. Thompson, an organic perfumer and accredited Master Herbalist, is the founder and director of Florapathics, LLC which manufactures all-natural, organically-derived personal care products that are infused with pure essential oils for aromatherapy.
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