Sandalwood Essential Oil

INCI

Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil

SUMMARY

Sandalwood essential oil is a highly aromatic oil sourced from the heartwood of sandalwood trees, primarily Santalum album or Santalum spicatum, through steam distillation. It possesses a warm, woody, and sweet fragrance with a hint of earthiness. Sandalwood essential oil is valued in aromatherapy for its calming and grounding properties, often used to reduce anxiety, enhance meditation, and promote a sense of inner peace and relaxation when diffused or applied topically in diluted form.

ORIGIN

Sandalwood essential oil is extracted from the heartwood of the Santalum album tree, commonly known as Indian sandalwood. This tree is primarily native to the Indian subcontinent, including India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia, but is also found in other parts of Asia and the South Pacific.

WARNING

Essential oils, when used in skincare, must be diluted to avoid skin irritation or adverse reactions. Use discretion and follow instructions on product labels.

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