Physiological functions: A restorative oil that treats weak and tense conditions with e.g. chronic tiredness, burnout, sexual exhaustion. A good antihistamine anti-inflammatory, Atlas cedarwood is specific for delayed hypersensitivities, e.g. food allergies; as well as a good venous and lymphatic decongestant and diuretic.

Topical use: In 2-3% dilution for the oily skin type. Atlas cedarwood can help with itchy, flaky or scaly skin of any kind. It is traditionally also used for flaky scalp conditions in a vinegar hair rinse or liniment, as well as for hair loss.

Basic Chinese Medicine function: To nourish the Yin, resolve damp and calm the Mind

Extraction: Steam distillation of the dried wood chips