PLANT PART
Wood
AROMA
Warm, woody, earthy
NOTE
Top/Middle
Essential Oil Datasheets
Essential Oil Datasheet | Arborvitae
Arborvitae – Thuja plicata
Arborvitae, which translates to "tree of life," is an essential oil sourced from the heartwood of Thuja plicata trees - also known as Western Red Cedar - native to North America. This oil contains a distinct chemical profile concentrated in methyl thujate and is sourced in an environmentally responsible way through the distillation of residual wood materials.
Country of Origin:
North America
Extraction Method:
Steam Distillation
Botanical Family:
Cupressaceae
Chemical Families:
Tropolones
Precautions
- No known cautions.
- For topical and aromatic use only.
Therapeutic Properties
Arborvitae has calming properties that provide feelings of peace and calmness. Also acting as a air cleanser and skin protector.
Antibacterial | Anticancer | Expectorant |
Antiviral | Antifungal | Antitumor |
Insect repellant | Calming | Antiseptic |
Astringent | Stimulant |
Body Systems Applications
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
Fevers
Apply topically to back of neck to relieve symptoms.
Digestive System
Digestive System
Endocrine System
Endocrine System
Emotional Balance, Calming
Diffuse essential oil in water for about 20 minutes.
Immune System
Immune System
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
Limbic System
Limbic System
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System
Muscular System
Muscular System
Rheumatism
Apply topically to affected areas to help relieve symptoms.
Nervous System
Nervous System
Reproductive System
Reproductive System
Venereal Diseases
Apply topically over area of concern to help provide relief.
Respiratory System
Respiratory System
Coughs
Apply topically over chest area to help provide relief.
Skeletal System
Skeletal System
Urinary System
Urinary System
Intestinal parasites, Cystitis
Apply topically with dilution over effected areas.
Safety
May cause skin irritation or sensitization if the oil has oxidized. Use at least 2% - 50% dilution.