Juniperus virginiana (Virginia Cedar) oil
AKA “Virginia Cedar Oil”
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Juniperus virginiana (Virginia Cedar) oil
AKA: Virginia Cedar Oil
Essential Oil · Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Soothing
Fragrance
Essential Oil
Clean
Virginia cedar oil brings a warm, woody scent while helping to soothe and calm skin. This natural botanical extract adds a grounding aroma to your beauty routine.
Family
Cupressaceae (Cypress family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8000-27-9 / 85085-41-2
Form
Oil
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Functions
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Tonic
Antioxidant
Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Tightens and tones skin
Traditional Use
Traditionally used by Native Americans and in colonial America for its antimicrobial and insect-repelling properties. The wood and oil were used in folk medicine for skin conditions and as a preservative in early cosmetics and grooming products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR