Sandalwood
A time-honored elixir scientifically proven to nourish your skin and soothe your soul.
here's the lowdown
What is sandalwood?
Sandalwood is a fragrant wood that comes from the sandalwood tree. There are 15+ types of sandalwood species around the globe, but Indian sandalwood (species name Santalum album) is the real VIP. Its history is nothing short of regal - back in 1798, the Sultan of Mysore declared it a "royal tree" to be grown exclusively for the elite.
Today, sandalwood is like the holy grail of luxury. It's super trendy and in crazy high demand. You can find it in all kinds of cool stuff like skincare, aromatherapy, and fancy fragrances.
The many uses of Sandalwood
Skincare
Sandalwood is a legit active skincare ingredient. Rumour has it beauty icon Cleopatra used sandalwood in her daily routine to maintain her royal radiance.
Finest Fragrances
Sandalwood’s soft, woody aroma is oh-so-inviting which is why some of the coolest brands use it in their fragrances. It's also a fixative which means it makes your fragrance last longer.
Aromatherapy
Sandalwood is like a mini vacation for your mind. Alpha santalol, which is sandalwood's main therapeutic compound, will help you find your inner zen.
Traditional Medicine
Sandalwood has been used for centuries in traditional medicine in India to treat skin ailments, and in China to restore the body’s thermal energy.
Liquid gold
Indian sandalwood oil is nothing short of a treasure. Often hailed as "liquid gold", this remarkable essential oil is the go-to for those seeking luxury and exclusivity. Through the meticulous process of steam distillation, the sweet-scented elixir is extracted from the core of the sandalwood tree, known as the heartwood. It is bursting with alpha- and beta-santalols (or sesquiterpenes), which are compounds that grant Indian sandalwood its enchanting woody fragrance and remarkable therapeutic benefits.
Plantation-grown, the conscious choice
Plantation-grown sandalwood means that the trees are intentionally planted and grown on a farm or designated area, instead of being harvested from the wild. It's more traceable and can have higher quality due to the controlled growing conditions. It is also a responsible alternative to wild-harvested sandalwood, reducing pressure on natural reserves and preserving the species for future generations.