fragrances

Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil

Cedarwood Essential Oil

Base fragrance note providing grounding, woody depth

INCI Name

Cedrus Atlantica Bar...

Functions

1 Roles

Sustainability

7/10

Category

fragrances

What It Does

Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil extracted from the bark of the Atlas cedar tree native to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco and Algeria. This oil is particularly valued for its high sesquiterpene content (primarily atlantone, β-himachalene, and γ-himachalene), which gives it exceptional fixative properties and a warm, balsamic-woody aroma that's drier and more refined than Virginia cedarwood. Formulators choose Atlas cedarwood specifically for its superior tenacity in fragrance compositions, its traditional use in aromatherapy applications, and its ability to blend harmoniously with both masculine and unisex fragrance profiles while providing natural antimicrobial benefits.

Enhances formula performance
Contributes to product quality
Supports formulation goals
Improves user experience

Technical Properties

Ionic Charge

nonionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

nonionic surfactantsemollientsother essential oilslipophilic ingredientsmost preservatives

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizershighly alkaline ingredients
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

7/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Atlas cedar tree bark (Cedrus atlantica) from North Africa

Quick Reference

Full INCI Name
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Common Name
Cedarwood Essential Oil
Category
fragrances

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