Arborvitae
This essential oil from the native Canadian Arborvitae tree acts as a powerful cleansing agent, while providing a warm, earthy aroma.
Primary Benefits
- May help promote clear, healthy looking skin when applied topically
- Powerful cleansing agent
- Warm, earthy aroma
Aromatic Description
Woody, warm, earthy
Collection Method
Steam Distillation
Plant Part
Wood
Description
Known as the “tree of life,” Arborvitae is majestic in size and abundant in unique benefits. Our arborvitae essential oil is sourced from the heartwood of the Thuja plicata tree. It is also known as Western Red Cedar and is native to North America (primarily Canada and the Northwestern United States). This unique source of Arborvitae essential oil contains a distinct chemical profile and is uniquely concentrated in methyl thujate. The sourcing arrangements for this oil are done in an innovative, environmentally responsible way through distillation of residual wood materials to ensure no trees are unnecessarily harvested for production. Native to Canada, all parts of the Arborvitae tree were used extensively by Native Americans for health benefits and for building vessels, totem poles, baskets, and clothing.
Uses
- Add a few drops to a spray bottle with water and spray on surfaces or hands for a quick DIY cleaner.
- Apply to wrists and ankles while hiking.
- Diffuse to freshen the air.
- Mix 4 drops of Arborvitae essential oil and 2 drops of Lemon essential oil for a wood polish.
- Use during meditation for a sense of peace and calm.