Organic Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil

Fragrance: Warm and woodsy

Botanical Name: Santalum album 

Emotional Effect: Calming and harmonizing, promoting emotional balance and tranquility

Method of Extraction: Steam distillation of the heartwood

Country of Origin: India

There are several Sandalwood Essential Oils and, without doubt, my favourite is the Indian. Its warm, rich aroma has a depth and breath of aroma that I find surpasses all other varieties. This could be because of its multitude of constituents.  It contains over 125 structurally related compounds, with fewer than a dozen components present in concentrations greater than 1% by weight, hence the aroma is complex and smooth. Fortunately, it's also the one on which most scientific research has been done, so there is plenty of evidence to show its value both in terms of the emotionally supportive and calming properties and how it helps skin.

Its traditional uses are for quieting the mind and reducing nervous tension thereby improving cognitive function. This has been substantiated by modern research and is likely why it is so helpful to help calm anxiety and support sleep. This is why, I suspect, so many people love the Sleepytime 159 blend and incorporate it into their bedtime routines.

Research has also shown it to support anti-aging when applied topically through combating environmental stress, inhibiting enzymes that break down collagen, and helping to reduce wrinkles, hence its inclusion in the Timeless Facial Serum. 

So, if you are looking for a smooth, calming and delicate essential oil that can help support your skin's rejuvenation and send you or a loved one into a deep and relaxing sleep, Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil is a fantastic choice.