What it is
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil is an essential oil obtained from the Atlas cedar tree, prized for its warm, woody aroma. In cosmetic products it is used primarily as a natural fragrance component. As an essential oil it contains volatile aromatic constituents characteristic of cedarwood.
Safety & warnings
As an aromatic essential oil, cedarwood oil contains volatile constituents that can act as fragrance sensitizers and may provoke irritation or contact allergy in susceptible individuals. Those with fragrance sensitivities or reactive skin should approach products containing it with caution.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; an essential oil distilled from the wood and bark of Cedrus atlantica (Atlas cedar).
Questions everyone asks
What is Atlas cedarwood oil?
It is an aromatic essential oil distilled from the Atlas cedar tree and used mainly for its woody fragrance.
Can it cause sensitivity?
Yes, as a fragrant essential oil it can be a sensitizer for people prone to fragrance allergies or reactive skin.