Arborvitae Essential Oil (Western Red Cedar Wood)

Aroma: Rich, Woody, Warm, Powerful
Note: Top-Middle
Extraction: Steam Distillation
Part Used: Wood
Origin: Canada

Description

Arborvitae (Thuja plicata) is from the wood of the Western Red Cedar Wood tree. It has an a woody, earthy, and warm aroma. Because Arborvitae is extremely potent, and has a powerful aroma along with heavy pigmentation, it should be highly diluted to prevent staining*.

This oil’s primary constituent is Methyl thujate, and it is popular for promoting clear and healthy looking skin when applied topically. Arborvitae is a powerful cleansing oil, making it an ideal addition to home-made cleansing recipes. This oil has traditionally been used as a wood preservative and can also be used as a natural insect repellent.

*Please note, depending on which part of the Thuja plicata tree is distilled, the bark or the leaves, the essential oil will have a different color and properties. The EO we offer is distilled from the wood and is red in color. Whereas, a distillation of the leaves (which we do not carry) will result in an oil that is light in color.

Health Benefits

• Insect Repellent: Arborvitae can be diffused to help repel pesky insects.
• Purify: Arborvitae can be used to clean by adding a small amount to your favorite homemade cleaning blend.
• Emotional Support: To help encourage a relaxed atmosphere and a balanced attitude, add a drop to your diffuser to fill the room with the aroma of Arborvitae.

Properties

Antibacterial
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Insecticidal
Rubefacient

Available Sizes & Bottle Styles

• Aromatherapy Style Bottles come in 2 ml, 5ml, 10ml, and 30ml and are 100% pure & potent therapeutic essential oil
• Our Ready-to-Go Roll-on Style Bottle comes in a 10ml size and is made of 100% pure & potent therapeutic grade essential oil expertly mixed with high quality carrier oil to make these roll-ons ready to use on-the-go with the ideal balance of aroma, potency & safety.