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There are a number of ways to use cedarwood essential oil. These include:
Cedarwood oil as an aromatherapy treatment
Try inhaling cedarwood essential oil directly from the bottle, or sprinkling a small amount on a towel or cloth and placing that under your pillow.
You can also add cedarwood oil to an atomizer bottle and spray it on dried flowers or a lightbulb to gently scent your home.
Try mixing cedarwood oil with other soothing scents, such as lavender.
Cedarwood oil as a cologne
The soothing, woodsy scent of cedarwood oil has made it a popular ingredient in colognes and aftershaves.
If you wish to use cedarwood essential oil as your personal fragrance, dot diluted oil gently behind your ears, or on your wrists or underarms. You can also add a few drops to products you currently use.
Cedarwood oil as a treatment for acne
Try using cedarwood oil as a spot treatment on pimples, blackheads, or whiteheads. Dilute the oil, apply it to your skin using a swab or cotton ball, and leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing.
You can also add cedarwood oil to commercially prepared treatments, such as creams and some astringents.
Cedarwood oil as a flea and moth repellent
Topically applied, cedarwood oil helps repel fleas, ticks, and moths from fabric, people, and pets. Be sure to dilute the oil if you are applying it to your skin or using it on your pet. As well, keep in mind that some essential oils are dangerous for pets. Make sure to check with a veterinarian prior to using it on your cat, dog, or other animal.
Cedarwood oil hasn’t been shown to be effective at repelling mosquitoes.
Other topical uses for cedarwood oil
Cedarwood oil can be mixed with a carrier oil and used for scalp and skin massage. It can also be added to facial masks and scrubs, lotions, and shampoos. *
