ESSENTIAL OIL
SANDALWOOD
Santalum Album
Price: 900.000 VND
Sandalwood is a small tree which grows primarily in southern Asia. While the aromatic wood is used to make scented carvings, the medicinal properties are in the oil, which can be pressed from the wood, or extracted with alcohol or water. The sweet, woody, oriental smell of sandalwood is one of the most appealing fragrances of all essential oils. The best sandalwood oil comes from India, where it has been used for at least 4.000 years for medicinal and religious purposes.
NOTE CLASSIFICATION: Base.
HOW TO USE
Reduces Pitta, and Vátha, and has a neutral effect on Kapha. A sandalwood decoction will reduce fever if taken internally, externally it can be used to treat acne and other skin problem. To make a decoction, boil 1 heaped teaspoon of sandalwood in 1 cup of water. Cover and boil for several minutes. Strain and cool. Drink 1 or 2 cups a day, a tablespoon at a time. For external use, apply to freshly washed skin, and let dry. Repeat three times a day or as needed. Sandalwood is an antiseptic, especially effective for all urinary disorders, above all cystitis. It is bactericidal, astringent, and a trusted insect repellent. It clears catarrh and is effective for respiratory conditions such as bronchitis, dry coughs, and sore throats. The oil contains constituents that soothe the stomach, reduce digestive spasms, relieve fluid retention, and reduce inflammation.
BLENDS WELL WITH: Lavender, Rose, Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Chamomile, Patchouli, Bergamot, Frankincense, Black Pepper, Benzoin, Tea Tree, Juniper, Myrrh, and Cypress.
CAUTIONS
Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use.
