Cedarwood: Fragrance of The Forest
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Cedarwood as Aromatherapy
- Cedarwood is, of course, a woodsy fragrance, but it’s so much more than that. The scent may vary depending on the type of cedar: Virginia cedar has a dry smell while African cedar (found, for instance, in the Atlas Mountains) has a warmer fragrance.
- Cedarwood makes for a very popular essential oil and is used to promote balance, concentration, calmness, positivity, and endurance. It’s also an unexpected scent as it can be surprisingly sultry and earthy all at once.
Nabila K Products
Nabila K Cosmetics has some exceptional cedarwood-scented products that are perfect for the home and bath, such as:
- Nabila K’s Cedarwood Candles are made from all-natural soy-based wax with a cotton wick. The rich and fragrant cedarwood-infused candle is “the perfect blend of spicy floral, citrus, and vanilla along with nutmeg, cardamom, and clover for a touch of depth.” The frosted glass holder adds a touch of elegance to the candle, making it beautiful even without a flame.
- Nabila K’s Cedarwood Diffuser is the perfect alternative to candles: it scents one’s personal space while foregoing the need for fire. The wooden reeds soak up the cozy, woodsy scent and diffuse it into the air, creating an aromatic treat for the senses. The special blend of cedarwood is paired with “spicy florals, citrus, vanilla” and other spices to help “create an atmosphere of welcoming comfort.”
- Nabila K’s Cedarwood Scarf (designed by Kinga Britschgi) makes a whimsical fashion statement as it’s completely sustainable and made from soft, luxurious cashmere and beech trees (modal). With its surrealist design, this scarf is bold and also beautiful as it depicts a magical cedarwood tree, scores of butterflies, and a hot air balloon beneath an azure sky.
(For ingredients found within the products aforementioned, sizing, and pricing information, visit NabilaK.com.)
Cedarwood in Art
(“The Raven and the First Men” by Bill Reid, 1980: Vancouver UBC Museum of Anthropology)
The great Canadian/Haida artist Bill Reid (1920-1998) is known for his gorgeous, intricate wooden carvings and is attributed with this phrase:
“Oh, the cedar tree! If mankind in his infancy had prayed for the perfect substance for all material and aesthetic needs, an indulgent god could have provided nothing better.”
For more information on the products and topics mentioned in this blog, consult these websites:
https://nabilak.com/product/cedarwood-candle
https://nabilak.com/product/cedarwood-diffuser
https://nabilak.com/product/cedarwood-scarf
https://yellowstaressentials.wordpress.com/2011/03/05/cedarwood-essential-oil