Cedarwood oil is generally recognized as safe by the U.S. Environmental Protective Agency when used topically as an insecticide or food additive. Reports of skin irritation caused by cedarwood oil are rare . Always dilute essential oils in a carrier oil before applying topically.

Is cedar oil harmful?

Cedarwood oil is a mixture of organic compounds. It is considered Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) as a food additive by the Food and Drug Administration. As a pesticide, it repels insects by a non-toxic mode of action.

What are the effects of cedar oil?

Used in aromatherapy applications, Cedarwood Essential Oil helps to deodorize indoor environments, repel insects, prevent the development of mildew, improve cerebral activity, relax the body, enhance concentration, decrease hyperactivity, reduce harmful stress, ease tension, clear the mind, and encourage the onset of …