Cedarwood Oil
Cedarwood oil is a woody, balsamic essential oil valued in British skincare and haircare for its calming aroma and balancing properties. Derived from the needles, bark and wood of cedar trees, it is a popular ingredient in natural deodorants, shampoos, serums and creams. It lends a subtle woody scent while helping to cleanse and condition skin and hair.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, cedarwood oil functions primarily as a fragrance component and soothing botanical extract. Its natural compounds help to regulate sebum production, making it a useful addition to products aimed at clarifying the skin and scalp. It is frequently blended into moisturisers, facial oils, hair masks and bath products for its ability to leave skin and hair feeling fresh, balanced and lightly scented with a warm, forest-like aroma.
Key benefits
- Helps balance oil production on skin and scalp
- Conditions and softens hair
- Provides a pleasant woody aroma in formulations
- Supports a clarified complexion
- Calming addition to bath and shower products
- Refreshes and deodorises naturally
Best for
oily skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin, normal skin
Where it comes from
Cedarwood oil is steam-distilled from the wood, bark and needles of various cedar trees, most commonly the Atlas cedar (Cedrus atlantica) or Virginian cedar (Juniperus virginiana).