Cedarwood Texas (Juniperus mexicana) Essential Oil

Cedarwood Texas Essential Oil Botanical Name: Juniperus mexicana Common Name: Mountain Cedar, Mexican Cedar or Mexican Juniper Country of Origin: USA Plant Part: wood Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Cultivation: Conventional Composition: 100% Juniperus mexicana Note: base, fixative Aroma Profile: It features a sweet and woody aroma, with prominent smoky, balsamic, and pencil-shaving aromatic notes, complemented by subtle tar-like undertones. The scent is characterized by its considerable longevity. Compared to other cedarwood variations, Cedrawood Texas offers a deeper, slightly leathery aroma with a hint of oiliness. Appearance: Orangish-brown to pale yellow, transparent, slightly viscous, mobile liquid. Application: Aromatherapy, Perfumery, Cosmetics, Soap making, Candle Crafting. Description: Texas Cedarwood is a small, evergreen shrub-like tree native to the extreme southwestern regions of Texas and New Mexico, as well as most of Arizona. Belonging to the juniper family, it shares similar characteristics with Virginia Cedarwood. While its wood is widely utilized as a building material, the essential oil is extensively used in the perfume industry due to its versatility and readily available supply. Constituents and Typical Range: Thujopsene: 15-35% A major sesquiterpene hydrocarbon, found in high concentrations in sawdust and cedar essential oils. It is known to possess antiseptic, antifungal, and insecticidal properties. Cedrol: 35-48% A crystalline tertiary alcohol and a major component of cedarwood oil often used as a fragrance ingredient in soaps, cosmetics, and household products Alpha-Cedrene: 15-30% A primary natural component of cedarwood oil. It is highly valued in the fragrance and chemical industries for its woody, pine-like aroma. Safety: For external use only. Should be diluted prior to skin application. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. May cause skin irritation for some individuals, a skin patch test is recommended prior to use. Consult your healthcare professional before using essential oils during pregnancy.