Cedrus atlantica

Cedrus atlantica
Family:Cedrus atlantica; Antidandruff; Antifungal; Antiseptic; Nervine; Pectoral; Skin.
common name:Antidandruff; Antifungal; Antiseptic; Nervine; Pectoral; Skin.
An essential oil obtained from the distilled branches is a good antiseptic and fungicide that stimulates the circulatory and respiratory systems and also calms the nerves. The oil is also astringent diuretic expectorant and sedative. Diluted with a carrier oil such as almond and massaged into the skin it is used in the treatment of skin diseases ulcers chest infections catarrh cystitis and dandruff. It is used as an inhalant for treating bronchitis tuberculosis and nervous tension. An infusion of the branches can also be used.

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