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Incense Cedar Hydrosol

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Calocedrus decurrens· Hand-Distilled Hydrosol

Distilled Summer 2026

There is something deeply grounding about the scent of the Western forests: warm wood, aromatic foliage, and the rich, resinous smell of trees that have stood through generations of seasons.

Incense cedar is a beautiful native tree of the American West, known for its fragrant wood and scale-like evergreen foliage. Its aroma is warm, dry, woody, and gently balsamic, with a quality that feels both ancient and welcoming.

Made from freshly harvested foliage and carefully distilled in my copper alembic, this hydrosol captures a softer, greener expression of the tree than its wood alone might suggest. It evokes the feeling of stepping into a forest sanctuary, inviting us to slow down, settle into our bodies, and reconnect with the steady presence of the more-than-human world.

Cedar has a long history of cultural and ceremonial significance among diverse peoples, although traditions and uses vary considerably by community and species. Here, I work with incense cedar as a botanical ally for grounding, contemplation, and creating spaces that feel rooted and intentional.

Its fragrance lends itself beautifully to ritual, meditation, and everyday moments when we want to bring the atmosphere of the forest into our homes.

Distilled in copper · Grown on my high desert land

Calocedrus decurrens· Hand-Distilled Hydrosol

Distilled Summer 2026

There is something deeply grounding about the scent of the Western forests: warm wood, aromatic foliage, and the rich, resinous smell of trees that have stood through generations of seasons.

Incense cedar is a beautiful native tree of the American West, known for its fragrant wood and scale-like evergreen foliage. Its aroma is warm, dry, woody, and gently balsamic, with a quality that feels both ancient and welcoming.

Made from freshly harvested foliage and carefully distilled in my copper alembic, this hydrosol captures a softer, greener expression of the tree than its wood alone might suggest. It evokes the feeling of stepping into a forest sanctuary, inviting us to slow down, settle into our bodies, and reconnect with the steady presence of the more-than-human world.

Cedar has a long history of cultural and ceremonial significance among diverse peoples, although traditions and uses vary considerably by community and species. Here, I work with incense cedar as a botanical ally for grounding, contemplation, and creating spaces that feel rooted and intentional.

Its fragrance lends itself beautifully to ritual, meditation, and everyday moments when we want to bring the atmosphere of the forest into our homes.

Distilled in copper · Grown on my high desert land

Traditional and Contemporary Uses of Incense Cedar

  • Physical Uses: A refreshing botanical mist for the skin and personal-care rituals. Patch-test before regular use, especially on sensitive skin.

  • Emotional Uses: Its warm, woody aroma can serve as a sensory anchor for grounding and settling into the present moment.

  • Mental Uses: Invites a pause from distraction and supports contemplative practices.

  • Spiritual/Energetic Uses: A botanical companion for grounding rituals, sanctuary-making, meditation, and reconnecting with the stability and resilience of the forest.

Ways to Use Your Hydrosol

  1. Mist your altar or ritual space before meditation, prayer, or contemplative work.

  2. Use as a refreshing botanical mist for the skin, avoiding the eyes.

  3. Spray around your workspace to bring a forest-inspired atmosphere indoors.

  4. Mist linens or room textiles to introduce a subtle, woody botanical note, after testing for staining.

  5. Incorporate into personal rituals focused on grounding, boundaries, and reconnection with the natural world.

  6. Use as a sensory reminder to pause, breathe, and return to the body.

THE FINE PRINT

DETAILS & CARE

Size: 60 mL / 2 fl oz

Edition: each bottle is numbered by hand within its edition.

  • Calocedrus decurrens · green leaves/needles

    Batch INC-26A · distilled in copper, Summer 2026

  • Hydrosols are living waters and contain no added preservatives. Store out of direct sun, ideally in the refrigerator or a cold, dark place.

    Best within 12 months of opening, though may last 2 years with good storage. Shake gently before each use to carry the oil through the water.

  • Keep away from eyes, children, and pets. Patch test on the inside of your wrist before misting your skin, and stop if irritation appears.

    A little essential oil stays in every bottle. This water is made and bottled as a cosmetic, for skin and air.

Incense Cedar • Calocedrus decurrens • green branches • JPR-26A