Steam-distilled from wood shavings and sawdust of Cedrus atlantica. Atlas Cedarwood has a sharper, cleaner scent than the other balsamic relatives. Cedarwood oil has antiseptic properties and is considered a calmative, and in some cases, an aphrodisiac.  It is also said to have profound positive effects on respiratory function. Many skin ailments have been treated throughout history with Cedarwood because it is astringent in nature. A plethora of other reported effects of Cedarwood Atlas include it being : antifungal, antiputrefactive, diuretic, expectorant, an insecticide, regenerative, sedative and a general tonic. As always, all our essential oils come to you pure and uncut, ready for your own natural remedies.