Heartwood Indian Sandalwood Oil 5ml

Sandalwood has been used in religious ceremonies and traditional medicine since the pre-Christian era, and is still in high demand for (mostly) the same reasons today.

In Buddhism, sandalwood incense is burnt during prayer and meditation, revered for its ability to calm and focus the mind. Ancient Egyptians imported the wood for use in medicine, embalming and burial and for ritual burning to please the gods.

In Ayurveda, Chinese and Tibetan medical systems, sandalwood oil has been used to treat a variety of health conditions from the common cold and fever to liver and gall-bladder issues. Sandalwood is also used in aromatherapy to aid relaxation and sleep.

Aside from its use in religious ceremonies and traditional medicine, sandalwood has a long history of use in perfume, beauty and sex.

Sandalwood oil and paste has been used in Arabic and Indian perfumery for thousands of years. It’s considered an ‘oriental’ fragrance, part of a family of exotic and luxurious scents. Not only does sandalwood oil add a delicious, spicy warmth to a perfume, it’s also an impressive fixative, able to stabilise the parts of a perfume that would otherwise quickly evaporate and fade away.

With its intoxicating scent, it’s no surprise that sandalwood is also considered an aphrodisiac. It’s mentioned in ancient sanskrit poetry for its ability to ignite passion and is also used as a means to increase arousal in tantric sex.

Sandalwood oil and powder is prized for its beautifying properties. Sandalwood oil is a natural astringent, so is often used in toners, cleansers and moisturisers to manage oily skin and reduce the appearance of pores. Practitioners of Ayurveda use sandalwood oil and powder-based masks to help manage acne and dark circles under the eyes.INGREDIENTS

Sustainably farmed Santalum album (Indian sandalwood) Oil.

Vegan Friendly
No animal testing
Sustainably sourced
Australian made