- Other Names
- Common Sandalwood, Waang, and Dutjahn
- Farming Method
- Certified Organic
- Plant Part
- Wood
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Application Method
- Bath, Massage, and Topical
- Scientific Name
- Santalum spicatum
- Extraction Method
- Steam Distilled
About the Plant:
Australian Sandalwood is a small evergreen tree that can grow up to 25 feet high. With a brown-grey trunk and many branches, it was once highly coveted for making furniture, caskets, and temple building. The wood was treasured for its strength, sweet scent, and natural resistance to insects. This species of Sandalwood grows creamy, soft nuts that can be eaten raw, roasted, or crushed and used in cooking.
Today, Amrita's Australian Sandalwood Oil offers an ecologically responsible and cost-effective alternative to the more expensive Indian Sandalwood Oil. This oil is produced in a sustainable manner, with ethical management of plantations that ensure environmental responsibility. Western Australia boasts the world's largest sustainable sandalwood reserve, covering an area of 1.6 million square kilometers - a staggering three times the size of France. Sandalwood Oil is a prized ingredient in high-end fragrances and natural perfumery, adored by both men and women. It is often utilized as a base note, which helps complement and refine blends to perfection.
Where It Grows:
The Australian Sandalwood, also known as Santalum spicatum, is predominantly found in the drier inland regions of western and southern Australia. It thrives in semi-arid areas in the outskirts of Southwest Australia and is classified as a vulnerable species in South Australia, where it is protected.
Traditional Uses and Lore:
For over 4,000 years, Sandalwood has been integral to the cultures of Asia, the Pacific, and India. References to this fragrant wood can even be found in Indian scriptures and folklore that predate the time of Christ.
Graced with a reputation of being highly sattvic, or pure, Sandalwood has been revered for promoting tranquility, clarity, and good health.* Praised for its enticing aroma, the "divine oil" of Sandalwood has remained an essential element in ritual and meditation practices throughout history. Notably, its aroma can center the heart and emotions, intensify concentration, and stimulate higher levels of intuition.*
From perfumes to aromatherapy and bush food, Sandalwood has played a significant role in several applications. Australian Sandalwood Oil acts as a grounding base note in fine fragrances, adding depth and richness to the overall scent profile. Interesting fact about Sandalwood: Aboringinal Australians used the wood for medicine and smoking ceremonies while the nuts were used as a source of food.
Unfortunately, the pressures of colonization have left its mark on the environment. Since the arrival of Europeans in Western Australia, sandalwood populations have declined drastically due to unsustainable harvesting practices. Millions of trees have been harvested for exportation since the 1840s, pushing the species towards extinction in its natural habitat.
Other Facts:
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- Scent: Woody, Soft, and Extremely Tenacious Aroma
- Fragrance Note: Base Note
- Composition: Santalol, Farnesol, Santene, Teresantol, and Santalone
- Family: Santalaceae Family
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Dr. Streicher Says:
Sandalwood relates to the root chakra. Unlike Vetiver, which creates an earth connection for the root chakra, Sandalwood has a masculine quality; it strengthens and projects life energy upwards.* While Sandalwood is often described as an aphrodisiac, its effect in that respect is indirect. It does not increase romance or desire themselves, but someone whose life energy is projected upward is naturally attractive to the opposite sex.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- USDA Certified Organic
- Soothes and Hydrates Dry Skin
- Relaxes Nerves, Emotions, and Anxiety
- Promotes Healthier Immune System
Sandalwood Australian Essential Oil creates a magical aura that carries your worries away! Sourced from the Santalum spicata tree in Western and Southern Australia, this oil is renowned for its relaxing properties and intoxicating fragrance.* With origins dating back thousands of years, Sandalwood has a long-standing reputation in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine.
Perfect for enhancing emotional well-being, Australian Sandalwood is often used to relieve tension and calm agitation.* Its ethereal scent complements a variety of essential oils, making it an ideal addition to your self-care routine.*
Beyond its aromatic benefits, Australian Sandalwood can be a gamechanger for your skin!* This precious oil is known to soothe irritation and blemishes, leaving your skin with a healthy and radiant glow.* Suitable for most skin types (not oily), use it in your favorite creams and carrier oils to promote an even complexion.* Unlock the true potential of Australian Sandalwood — your mind, body, and skin will thank you!
Note: Australian Sandalwood Oil does not work in most nebulizers and diffusers.
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Safety Precautions:
- Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil is non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing.*
General Precautions:
- Use essential oils only in diluted form on the skin and never internally.
- Always be careful when using essential oils with children.
- Give them only low doses, or better, consult a qualified aromatherapy expert before using.
- Also, use essential oils with care and only under the proper guidance of an expert while pregnant or if you have liver damage, epilepsy, cancer, or other serious health problems.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Many of us have a daily routine that we rely on. We may eat eggs at our dining tables for breakfast or slurp down coffee on the way to the office. Whatever your routine may be, Australian Sandalwood is worth including.
Australian Sandalwood Oil has a soft, woody, tenacious aroma and can be substituted for Indian Sandalwood in most cases. It has the same fixative properties, and the aromas are very similar. Sandalwood Oil is a profoundly versatile essential oil and has many therapeutic uses.
Australian Sandalwood provides emotional grounding and fosters inner peace, making it a valuable aid in managing stress, depression, and low self-esteem.* Achieve emotional balance, relaxation, and a meditative state with its unique properties, which can also provide relief for anxiety and promote restful sleep.* Sandalwood Oil's properties can also enhance sensual awareness, ease feelings of isolation, and promote peaceful social interactions, making it an excellent tool for connecting with others.*
Discover the benefits of Sandalwood for your immune system!* This powerful natural remedy has a proven track record for easing symptoms of intestinal spasms, while combating harmful streptococcus bacteria.* Sandalwood's medicinal properties extend to treating lymphatic and venous stasis, alleviating stress and nervous tension, headaches, and insomnia.* If you're struggling with respiratory infections, sore throats, bronchitis, or chronic dry coughs, Sandalwood may be the relief you need.* Both men and women rave about Australian Sandalwood’s efficacy and its woody and musky aroma — overall, these are the reasons to start using Australian Sandalwood in your daily regimen!
The following is a list of conditions which Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil addresses by category:
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Bottles are filled by volume. Some bottle sizes may not be filled to the top, but do contain the volume of oil specified.
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