Sandalwood Essential Oil is known for its woody, aromatic scent. It is often used as a base for products such as fragrances, perfumes, cosmetics and aftershaves. It also mixes easily with other oils. Making it an ideal companion
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Sandalwood has traditionally been part of the religious traditions of India and other Eastern countries. The sandalwood tree itself is considered sacred. Sandalwood trees are used in various religious ceremonies, including weddings and birth ceremonies.
Sandalwood essential oil is one of the most expensive essential oils on the market today. The highest quality sandalwood essential oil is the Indian variety, known as Indian sandalwood. Sandalwood is also produced in Hawaii and Australia, but is considered to be of lower quality and purity than that found in India.
To get the most benefit from this essential oil, the sandalwood tree must be grown for at least 40-80 years before its roots can be harvested. An older, more mature sandalwood tree will usually produce a stronger-smelling essential oil. The older the tree, the richer the aroma extracted from it.
In sacred religious places, the aroma of sandalwood is often smelled because it has an excellent calming effect. During meditation and prayer, it can help confused minds find their way and inject calming power into emotions.
Sandalwood symbolizes a high status and is often made into perfume. Not only does it have a calming aroma, it also has multiple effects on the body and mind.
1. Sedative effect
Sandalwood has been proven to reduce anxiety. Sandalwood essential oil contains 80 to 90% santalol. In 2011, Japanese researchers also applied santalol in experiments. Finally, they found in various reactions that sandalwood is indeed Can relieve anxiety in the nervous system.
Just a small amount of sandalwood essential oil can help relax tense nerves. Use sandalwood as a diffuser at any time you feel anxious, including before bed, to relieve excess stress.
2. Anti-aging
Sandalwood essential oil can promote metabolism and has a good antioxidant effect. In 2013, experimental results on diabetic mice were published in "Journal Phytomedicine", confirming that the α-santalol contained in sandalwood essential oil can bring good health benefits to them. Effect.
How to use: 10ml body lotion + 1 drop of sandalwood essential oil + 2 drops of rosemary essential oil, massage the neck to tighten and tighten.
