Sandalwood essential oil is extracted from the wood heart of sandalwood by distillation. Its essential oil is woody, delicate, sweet and exotic. The color of sandalwood essential oil is from yellow to dark brown. The texture is very thick and thick. Its smell is not very strong at first, but it will last for a long time and is getting stronger. It is suitable for aging, dry and dehydrated skin. It can diminish scars, fine lines, moisturize the skin and prevent wrinkles. It has calming qualities, can calm nervousness and anxiety, and relax people. And it has aphrodisiac characteristics, high-efficiency kidney, relaxation nerves, and improved coldness. Australian sandalwood essential oil is actually the essential oil of Eucalya spicata, which has poor quality. The sandalwood essential oil produced in the West Indies has nothing to do with sandalwood and has no effect. Therefore, pay attention to the place of origin when purchasing.
Since ancient times, sandalwood has occupied a sacred position in the hearts of Chinese people. In the history of the furniture in the dynasty, all specified to be made of old sandalwood, the emperor’s study and bedroom continue to burn sandalwood, inhaling sandalwood and sitting on the sandalwood can increase the aura. Later, it was passed to the private sector. All the bosses who do business will burn sandalwood in the store to save money and avoid evil, so that the popularity will flourish and the business will grow bigger and bigger. Sandalwood is also indispensable for Buddhists to use for Buddhas. It can be seen that sandalwood is widely used. From this point of view, sandalwood essential oil should also have its special place.
The efficacy and effect of sandalwood essential oil
Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-spasmodic, expectorant, astringent, antitussive, expectorant, diuretic, soft skin, expectorant, sedative, tonic.
Application of sandalwood essential oil
1.Skin effect
It has the function of promoting the growth of skin cells, which can quickly recover from wounds or scars, and thus has elasticity and tightening effect; balance and soften the skin, improve dryness and lighten texture, especially suitable for aging, dry and dehydrated skin and neck maintenance.
For dry skin, hardened skin keratin, dry eczema, wounds, etc. can be used.
It can make the skin soft and is an excellent neck cream;
Antibacterial effect, improve itchy, inflamed skin, improve acne, spasms and infected wounds. A few drops of sandalwood oil can be added to the hot water of the foot bath to achieve the purpose of activating blood and meridians, and also to remove the athlete’s foot odor.
2.Physiological effect
- It is very helpful to the genitourinary system, eliminates inflammation of the reproductive system, can improve cystitis, and is used to massage the kidneys. It has the effect of clearing blood and anti-inflammatory.
- Its aphrodisiac characteristics can improve sexual problems, such as sexual coldness and sexual incompetence.
- When the mucous membranes are inflamed, sandalwood can make the patient feel comfortable and help to sleep. It can also stimulate the immune system and prevent bacterial infections. It is also an excellent lung fungicide, especially suitable for persistent and allergic dry cough.
- Balance hormone secretion: 5 drops of sandalwood essential oil added to 5 ml of massage base oil, applied to the reproductive organs, can regulate hormone secretion, and its antibacterial effect can also purify and treat inflammation of the reproductive system. Sandalwood has an aphrodisiac effect on men. And increase the confidence and personal charm of men.
3.Psychological efficacy
It has the effect of relaxation and calming, relieves nervousness, brings a peaceful atmosphere, adds a sense of fullness, relaxes the whole body, etc. It is especially suitable for incense when practicing yoga and meditation, and can quickly enter a state of relaxation.
4.Other effects
Men can add sandalwood oil to the astringent water after shaving, which can smooth the skin, relieve itching and inhibit bacterial growth.
Essential oils suitable for blending with sandalwood essential oil
Basil essential oil, benzoin essential oil, black pepper essential oil, cypress essential oil, frankincense essential oil, geranium essential oil, jasmine essential oil, lavender essential oil, lemon essential oil, myrrh essential oil, neroli essential oil, rose grass essential oil, rose essential oil, lavender essential oil, ylang-ylang essential oil.
Applicable symptoms
Relax the spirit, the mind is united, the evil spirits are solved, the ethics, the anti-bacterial, the gastrointestinal tract, the detoxification, the antitussive, the diarrhea, the genitourinary system.
Matters needing attention
- The effect of aphrodisiac is well known and used with caution.
- The aroma has a long lasting power, and often the fragrance remains after the laundry has been washed.
- Avoid using it when you are depressed, as it may make your mood lower.