INCI Name
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Botanical Name
Juniperus virginiana
Cedarwood Virginian essential oil is steam-distilled from the wood of Juniperus virginiana. Rich in cedrol and thujopsene, it offers a dry, woody aroma with clarifying and astringent support. Used in creams, balms, and fragrance blends, it provides grounding qualities and is valued for oily and mature skin formulations.
Fragrance, astringent, skin-conditioning agent
Product Type(s):
Typical Usage Range:
0.5–2% in topical blends; up to 5% in rinse-off formulations
Traditionally valued for its grounding, woody aroma and clarifying properties; supportive in blends for oily or mature skin
Primary Components:
Cedrol, thujopsene, α-cedrene, β-cedrene, widdrol
Avoid use during pregnancy; may cause sensitization in sensitive individuals; always dilute
Preferred Extraction Method:
Steam-distilled
Choose steam-distilled, cosmetic-grade oil; common origin is USA; ensure purity and proper storage
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Cedarwood Virginian Essential Oil
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