Giant Arborvitae Oil (Western Red Cedar) Essential Oil
Giant Arborvitae (Western Red Cedar) essential oil has strong sharp complex top notes with a rich, woody aroma that evokes the deep forests where these majestic trees flourish. Its scent is both grounding and calming, making it an ideal choice for aromatherapy practices aimed at reducing stress, promoting relaxation, and restoring mental balance. Giant Arborvitae (Western Red Cedar) essential oil is actually part of the Cypress family, and the woody aromas are said to evoke a sense of inner strength. This remarkable oil is extracted from the heartwood of ancient trees that grace the expansive forests of the Pacific Northwest (Canada).
It has been traditionally used as a natural insect repellent and wood preservative, primarily because of its insecticidal and antimicrobial property. Recently, the topical use of Arborvitae essential oil for skincare has gained popularity. Western Red Cedar Wood is sometimes used in meditation, helping regulate the rhythm of the energetic body. It is also said to help shift stagnant "heart" energy, encouraging fresh energy movement, that is grounded and spiritually conscious. Great for masculine blends.
Botanical Name:Thuja plicata
Method of Extraction: Steam distillation
Part Used:Wood
Perfumery Note: Base
Country of Origin:Canada
Typical Main Constituents
Methyl thujate - 59%
Methyl myrtenate - 4%
Tree of Life
The Giant Arborvitae (Western Red Cedar), is called the "tree of life" due to its cultural significance and ecological importance:
1. Cultural Significance: Indigenous cultures of the Pacific Northwest, like the Coast Salish and Haida, deeply value the Western Red Cedar. They use it for its medicianl properties, building, tools, clothing, and art, and it plays a vital role in their spiritual and ceremonial practices.
2. Ecological Vitality: In temperate rainforests, the Western Red Cedar supports diverse wildlife and contributes to ecosystem health. Its longevity—some live over a thousand years—symbolizes endurance and resilience in nature.
Special Use: High in Methyl thujate, which makes this essential oil useful as a strong anti inflammatory.
Skin Care: Promote healthier, glowing skin. This oil penetrates deep into pores, when added to face oil or creme it helps deliver moisture to your skin, keeping your skin bright and clear. Applied to skin blemishes to help reduce their appearance. It has natural cleaning properties which help avoid unwanted blemishes, and may even lessen the appearance of scarring. A Natural insect repellent, on it's own or blended into other oils.
Blends Well With: All woods and resin derived essential oils as well as Clove bud, Juniper berry, Lavender, Mandarin, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Clary sage, Tonka bean and Vanilla.
Zurma Essential Oils - Highest Quality Pure and Natural
At Zurma we go to great lengths to ensure that we only sell the highest quality pure and natural essential oils. We have searched the world for the best essential oils. Our in-house quality control system ensures that this high standard is maintained for all our essential oils. Every essential oil comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GCMS) test to confirm that they are genuine and authentic essential oils containing their correct active constituents.
The only exception to this is with the New Zealand small scale essential oil producers we buy direct from e.g., Lavender, Mānuka, Kānuka, Tea Tree etc. This is because we know and trust these growers who distil their own essential oils.
Finally, all essential oils have to undergo our own in-house smell, appearance and feel test and if they are not up to our high standards, we simply send the product back to the supplier. Based on this quality control process we believe that the 100% Pure and Natural essential oils that Zurma supplies to our customers are of the highest quality and are excellent for use in aromatherapy.
General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations
- Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
- Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
- People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
- Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.
General Disclaimer
The product information provided on this website is intended for educational purposes only. The information provided is not considered to be complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate. The information contained in this website is not intended to be sufficient to provide diagnosis and/or treatment of medical conditions. It is recommended that treatment of serious health conditions be done with the help of a trained qualified medical practitioner.
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Learn moreGiant Arborvitae (Western Red Cedar) essential oil has strong sharp complex top notes with a rich, woody aroma that evokes the deep forests where these majestic trees flourish. Its scent is both grounding and calming, making it an ideal choice for aromatherapy practices aimed at reducing stress, promoting relaxation, and restoring mental balance. Giant Arborvitae (Western Red Cedar) essential oil is actually part of the Cypress family, and the woody aromas are said to evoke a sense of inner strength. This remarkable oil is extracted from the heartwood of ancient trees that grace the expansive forests of the Pacific Northwest (Canada).
It has been traditionally used as a natural insect repellent and wood preservative, primarily because of its insecticidal and antimicrobial property. Recently, the topical use of Arborvitae essential oil for skincare has gained popularity. Western Red Cedar Wood is sometimes used in meditation, helping regulate the rhythm of the energetic body. It is also said to help shift stagnant "heart" energy, encouraging fresh energy movement, that is grounded and spiritually conscious. Great for masculine blends.
Botanical Name:Thuja plicata
Method of Extraction: Steam distillation
Part Used:Wood
Perfumery Note: Base
Country of Origin:Canada
Typical Main Constituents
Methyl thujate - 59%
Methyl myrtenate - 4%
Tree of Life
The Giant Arborvitae (Western Red Cedar), is called the "tree of life" due to its cultural significance and ecological importance:
1. Cultural Significance: Indigenous cultures of the Pacific Northwest, like the Coast Salish and Haida, deeply value the Western Red Cedar. They use it for its medicianl properties, building, tools, clothing, and art, and it plays a vital role in their spiritual and ceremonial practices.
2. Ecological Vitality: In temperate rainforests, the Western Red Cedar supports diverse wildlife and contributes to ecosystem health. Its longevity—some live over a thousand years—symbolizes endurance and resilience in nature.
Special Use: High in Methyl thujate, which makes this essential oil useful as a strong anti inflammatory.
Skin Care: Promote healthier, glowing skin. This oil penetrates deep into pores, when added to face oil or creme it helps deliver moisture to your skin, keeping your skin bright and clear. Applied to skin blemishes to help reduce their appearance. It has natural cleaning properties which help avoid unwanted blemishes, and may even lessen the appearance of scarring. A Natural insect repellent, on it's own or blended into other oils.
Blends Well With: All woods and resin derived essential oils as well as Clove bud, Juniper berry, Lavender, Mandarin, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Clary sage, Tonka bean and Vanilla.
Zurma Essential Oils - Highest Quality Pure and Natural
At Zurma we go to great lengths to ensure that we only sell the highest quality pure and natural essential oils. We have searched the world for the best essential oils. Our in-house quality control system ensures that this high standard is maintained for all our essential oils. Every essential oil comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GCMS) test to confirm that they are genuine and authentic essential oils containing their correct active constituents.
The only exception to this is with the New Zealand small scale essential oil producers we buy direct from e.g., Lavender, Mānuka, Kānuka, Tea Tree etc. This is because we know and trust these growers who distil their own essential oils.
Finally, all essential oils have to undergo our own in-house smell, appearance and feel test and if they are not up to our high standards, we simply send the product back to the supplier. Based on this quality control process we believe that the 100% Pure and Natural essential oils that Zurma supplies to our customers are of the highest quality and are excellent for use in aromatherapy.
General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations
- Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
- Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
- People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
- Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.
General Disclaimer
The product information provided on this website is intended for educational purposes only. The information provided is not considered to be complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate. The information contained in this website is not intended to be sufficient to provide diagnosis and/or treatment of medical conditions. It is recommended that treatment of serious health conditions be done with the help of a trained qualified medical practitioner.