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Description
Sandalwood essential oil is derived from various species of the Santalum tree, each offering unique qualities. Indian Sandalwood (Santalum album) is renowned for its superior quality, requiring 40–80 years of growth before harvest. Its rich, woody aroma and therapeutic properties are highly valued in aromatherapy and skincare. Australian Sandalwood (Santalum spicatum) is known for its grounding and calming effects, often used in meditation and relaxation practices. Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood (Santalum paniculatum) thrives in the Hawaiian Islands, offering a distinct, subtle fragrance with similar calming and meditative benefits. All types of sandalwood essential oil are appreciated for their ability to promote relaxation, improve skin health, and enhance mental clarity. They are commonly used in perfumes, skincare products, and therapeutic applications for their soothing and rejuvenating properties.
Color
Yellow or Clear or Pale Brown
Aroma Family
Woody
SANDALWOOD
Botanical Name
Santalum album
Common Names
East Indian Sandalwood, Indian Sandalwood, True Sandalwood, Queensland Sandalwood, Desert Peach, Plumwood, Mountain Sandalwoo
Directions For Use
Diffuse 4 drops of sandalwood essential oil to create a rich, woody atmosphere. For topical use, dilute 5 drops with 10 drops of carrier oil before application.
Diffuse 4 drops of sandalwood essential oil to create a rich, woody atmosphere. For topical use, dilute 5 drops with 10 drops of carrier oil before application.
Oil Applications
Topically, sandalwood essential oil enhances skin health, energizing and smoothing the complexion while reducing imperfections. It soothes irritation, inflammation, and conditions like acne, eczema, warts, and psoriasis. It is useful in aftershaves, on insect bites, and as a muscle rub for achy muscles. In hair care, it moisturizes the scalp and adds shine to hair. In aromatherapy, it is a popular perfume ingredient, offering calming, grounding effects, easing anxiety, and deepening meditative states.
Topically, sandalwood essential oil enhances skin health, energizing and smoothing the complexion while reducing imperfections. It soothes irritation, inflammation, and conditions like acne, eczema, warts, and psoriasis. It is useful in aftershaves, on insect bites, and as a muscle rub for achy muscles. In hair care, it moisturizes the scalp and adds shine to hair. In aromatherapy, it is a popular perfume ingredient, offering calming, grounding effects, easing anxiety, and deepening meditative states.
Main Constituents
(Z)-a-Santalol, (Z)-B-Santalol, (Z)-Nuciferol, Epi-B-Santalol, (Z)-a-Trans-Bergamotol
Properties
Sandalwood essential oil exhibits anti-inflammatory, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cicatrizant, cooling, disinfectant, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, hypotensive, memory-boosting, sedative, and tonic properties. Its diverse benefits make it ideal for skin care, relaxation, and emotional balance.
Aromatic Profile
Sandalwood essential oil features a rich, woody, sweet, and earthy aroma, delivering a luxurious and grounding sensory experience.
Safety Considerations
Sandalwood essential oil may cause skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children, and consult a physician if you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Due to its estrogenic properties, avoid use in cases of endometriosis or estrogen-sensitive cancers.
Sandalwood essential oil may cause skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children, and consult a physician if you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Due to its estrogenic properties, avoid use in cases of endometriosis or estrogen-sensitive cancers.
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