About Product

Sandalwood Oil, extracted primarily from the heartwood of the Santalum album tree, is a rich, sweet, and woody essential oil prized for its aromatic, therapeutic, and spiritual properties. Known for its deep, long-lasting fragrance, it is widely used in perfumery, cosmetics, traditional medicine, and aromatherapy. The oil contains santalol, its key active compound, which offers calming, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and skin-soothing benefits.

In skincare, sandalwood oil is valued for treating dryness, acne, scars, and inflammation, making it a staple in creams, lotions, and soaps. In aromatherapy, it is known to reduce anxiety, promote mental clarity, and support emotional balance. Culturally significant in rituals and meditation, sandalwood oil blends luxury and wellness, making it one of the most treasured and versatile essential oils in the world.

Composition

• • • • Santalol: The primary active compound responsible for sandalwood oil's soothing and grounding properties.
      • Other Compounds: Includes alpha-santalol, beta-santalol, and other aromatic compounds that enhance its fragrance and therapeutic benefits.

Physical Characteristics

• • • • Appearance: Pale yellow to golden liquid.
      • Odor: Rich, woody, warm, and slightly sweet with balsamic undertones.
      • Taste: Mildly sweet and woody (when used in very small amounts for flavoring in food). GRAS STANDARD

Health Benefits

• • • • Calming & Relaxing:
        Sandalwood oil is known for its ability to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and provide emotional grounding, making it a popular choice for meditation and mindfulness practices.
      • Anti-inflammatory:
        Helps reduce skin irritation and inflammation, providing relief for conditions like eczema and acne.
      • Antiseptic:
        Sandalwood oil has mild antiseptic properties, making it useful in treating minor cuts, wounds, and skin infections.
      • Anti-aging:
        Known for its ability to rejuvenate the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by promoting skin hydration.
      • Aromatherapy:
        Used in diffusers and massage oils, sandalwood oil is effective for relieving anxiety, improving focus, and enhancing emotional well-being.

Key Features

• • • • Source: Derived from the heartwood of the Santalum album tree.
      • Active Ingredient: Santalol is the primary compound responsible for the oil’s grounding and soothing properties.
      • Appearance: Pale yellow to golden liquid with a rich, woody fragrance.
      • Applications: Used in fragrances, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and religious ceremonies.
      • Health Benefits: Offers calming effects, anti-inflammatory properties, and skin rejuvenation.

Application

• Fragrance Industry:
• • Perfumes & Colognes: Used as a base note in many high-end perfumes and colognes due to its long-lasting, warm, and woody fragrance.
  • Air Fresheners: Adds a calming and aromatic scent to home air fresheners, candles, and incense.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care:
• • Skincare: Known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, making it ideal for lotions, creams, and cleansers to promote skin health and hydration.
  • Haircare: Used in shampoos and conditioners to promote scalp health, reduce dandruff, and maintain hair moisture.
• Pharmaceuticals:
• • Aromatherapy: Sandalwood oil is commonly used in aromatherapy for its calming, grounding effect that helps reduce stress and anxiety.
  • Topical Applications: Used in massage oils and creams for its anti-inflammatory and soothing effects, providing relief from muscle aches and tension.
• Religious & Cultural:
• • Incense: Sandalwood has been used for centuries in religious ceremonies and rituals, particularly in Hinduism and Buddhism, due to its calming and meditative aroma.
  • Wood Carvings: The wood is also used in making small carvings for religious or cultural purposes.