Sandalwood Essential Oil (India)
Santalum Album
SKU: NNI-AI-E10320
Specifications
| CAS No. | 8006-87-9 |
|---|---|
| Method of Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Origin | India |
| Constituents | Santalol |
| Specific Gravity | 0.97000 - 0.97800 @ 20 c |
| Optical Rotation | (-15) - (-20) |
| Flash Point | 93.33 °C |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils |
Sandalwood Essential Oil (India) is a premium, aromatic oil extracted from the heartwood of the Santalum album tree, native to India. Known for its rich, woody, and calming scent, this essential oil is highly valued in skincare, aromatherapy, and spiritual practices. It is renowned for its anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, and soothing properties, making it ideal for treating dry skin, calming irritation, and promoting relaxation. Sandalwood essential oil is also commonly used in meditation for its grounding and calming effects.
Botany: -
The sandalwood plant is a parasitic tree that belongs to the family Santalaceae. It can grow up to a height of 12m. Sandalwood is the most expensive wood in the world and is used for the extraction of oil and many other benefits as well. The oil has a characteristic sweet sandalwood fragrance.
Brief History of Sandalwood Essential Oil: -
Precious sandalwood oil is extracted from the wood of the plant by steam distillation by sandalwood oil manufacturers. The oil obtained from sandalwood plants was used for medicinal, perfumery, and wellness purposes. It has been used extensively in Aromatherapy for a long time and is being used still today to keep the body fit and healthy.
Historical Uses of Sandalwood Essential Oil: -
- In the Hindu religion, Sandalwood essential oil was used in the ritual bathing of Gods in temples.
- Egyptians used the oil to embalm the deceased and in the spiritual flaming to honor God and treat skin disorders.
