ATLAS CEDARWOOD ESSENTIAL OIL

Atlas cedarwood essential oil: what it is, cosmetic uses and bulk price

Atlas cedarwood essential oil is an aromatic oil obtained from the wood of the Atlas cedar (Cedrus atlantica), highly valued in perfumery and cosmetics for its warm, woody, long-lasting base note. This guide explains which compounds characterise this essential oil, its most common uses in cosmetic formulation, what to check when choosing a batch, and the factors that affect bulk pricing. The information is based on the product's available composition data sheet, without adding undocumented properties.

What is Atlas cedarwood essential oil?

Atlas cedarwood essential oil is usually obtained by distillation of Atlas cedar wood, a tree native to the mountains of North Africa. It is one of the reference 'woody' essential oils in perfumery, alongside Virginia cedarwood and Texas cedarwood, although each comes from a different botanical species and has its own olfactory profile.

Atlas cedarwood essential oil is mainly composed of cedrol, atlantone and cedrene, along with other volatile compounds. It may also contain small amounts of other sesquiterpenes, monoterpenes and alcohols typical of the natural composition of this type of essential oil.

Main uses of Atlas cedarwood essential oil

Cosmetics and perfumery. This essential oil is mainly used in the cosmetic industry thanks to its pleasant, woody, long-lasting aroma, making it a common base note in perfumes, colognes and personal care products with a woody scent.

Skin and hair formulations. It is also incorporated into cosmetic products where its astringent and antiseptic properties are valued, always within the limits and concentrations set by current cosmetic regulations for essential oils.

Aromatherapy. As with other woody essential oils, it is commonly found in aromatherapy blends for its relaxing aroma, although its use in this field should always follow the dosing recommendations of a qualified professional.

How to choose a good Atlas cedarwood essential oil

Being a natural product, the exact composition of each batch can vary slightly depending on the origin of the wood, the distillation season and the process used. That is why it is important to always request the technical data sheet and the batch's analysis certificate (chromatography) before incorporating it into a formulation.

It is also advisable to verify that the essential oil comes with the documentation required for cosmetic use (safety data sheet, allergen declaration) if the final product is to be marketed in the European Union.

Bulk price of Atlas cedarwood essential oil

The price of Atlas cedarwood essential oil depends on the availability of forestry raw material, distillation yield, purchase volume and packaging format. As with other essential oils, batches with certified origin or full traceability tend to sit in a higher price range than generic technical grades.

Royal Bio supplies Atlas cedarwood essential oil in bulk to cosmetic and perfumery laboratories, providing a quote based on each client's required volume and packaging.

Royal Bio: your bulk Atlas cedarwood essential oil supplier

At Royal Bio we supply Atlas cedarwood essential oil in bulk to cosmetic and perfumery professionals, with the technical data sheet and analysis certificate for the corresponding batch. If you need a sample to validate your formula or a volume quote, contact our team.

CAS: 8000-27-9. INCI: Cedrus atlantica wood oil.