Cedarwood for Focus

Cedrus atlantica / Cedrus deodara

The card that popped out for my Sunday Essential Oil Reflection is Cedarwood,  Cedarwood can be used for focus as it helps to clear and steady the mind!

For many years Atlas Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) was the aromatic commonly used in aromatherapy, however since the plant is now on the endangered list,  I strongly recommend using its close relative,  Himalayan Cedarwood (Cedrus deodara) instead.

Cedarwood with its soft, warm, woody aroma has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, fungicidal, insecticidal, mucolytic and sedative properties. Use it to regulate the nervous system, as a sedative, for nervous tension, fear and anger.  Cedarwood soothes anxiety states and aids meditation.  It brings balance and control into our lives.

Its antifungal and antiseptic properties are helpful for acne, dandruff, oily skin and dermatitis.  It is also an insect repellent.  It can also dry up excess phlegm.  When used in a diffuser it can kill airborne bacteria and fungi. Cedarwood helps to stimulate the immune system and its anti-septic and diuretic properties will be useful for urinary infections, vaginitis, cystitis pain and simple water retention.

Energetically, Cedarwood helps us to get back in touch with our true reality by affirming and clarifying our focus.  It is grounding.  Wonderful to use for clearing and cleansing  a room of negativity and brings in positive energy.  It  helps to clear and steady the mind, which helps to promote  a calm meditative state. A state that enables one to receive healing energy more easily.  

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