Sandalwood (Mysore) Essential Oil

Santalum album

Sandalwood (Mysore) Essential Oil Profile Information

	General - Sandalwood is a small evergreen, parasitic tree up to 9m high with brown-grey trunk and many smooth, slender branches. It has leathery leaves and small pinky-purple flowers. The tree must be over 30 years old before it is ready for the production of sandalwood oil. The essential oil is obtained by water or steam distillation from the roots and heartwood, powdered and dried. Sandalwood is one of the oldest known perfume materials, with at least 4,000 years of uninterrupted use. It is used as a traditional incense, as a cosmetic, perfume and embalming material all over the East.
	Uses - Sandalwood Mysore essential oil,  Santalum album, has a soft, warm, woody, earthy, balsamic scent that many feel contain aphrodisiac qualities. Many individuals find that sandalwood has calming and soothing effects that help reduce stress and alleviate anxiety. Often used to enhance meditation. Sandalwood is renowned best for its balancing effect on the nervous system, gently soothing away anxiety and tension. Brings peace and tranquility to the troubled soul. Commonly used in perfumes. Exotic and seductive, Sandalwood is known for its ability to relax and soothe the mind is an aphrodisiac and is helpful for problems of frigidity and impotence.
	Sandalwood Mysore essential oil, Santalum album,  blends well with the following essential oils:  benzoin, black pepper, cypress, frankincense, jasmine, lemon, myrrh, neroli (orange blossom), and ylang ylang.
	Cautions - Non toxic, non irritant, non-sensitizing.
	Properties - Antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic (urinary and pulmonary), antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, cicatrizant, diuretic, expectorant, insecticide, sedative, tonic.
	All of our oils are 100% pure and natural, of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides. Although all of our products are of premium quality, our essential oils are not certified organic.
	Sandalwood Mysore Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.