SANDALWOOD (EAST INDIAN) HYDROSOL

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SANDALWOOD (EAST INDIAN) HYDROSOL

Botanical Name	:	Santalum Album
Country of Origin	:	East India
Solubility	:	Insoluble in alcohol and oils. Soluble in water
Specific Gravity	:	0.950 - 1.050 @ 20°C
Optical Rotation	:	-3° to -6°
Refrective Index	:	N/A
Plant Part	:
Blend With	:	Florals, geranium, spices, vetiver, coriander, patchouli.
CAS No	:	N/A
Flash Point	:	N/A
Extraction Method	:	Hydro Distillation

Description : Sandalwood (East Indian) is distilled from plants found in the East Indian continent. The essential oil is distilled from heartwood of Santalum album that is at least 35 years old and grows in Mysore. Finding application in ayurvedic formulations, it is mostly used through inhalation medium.

Constituents : (Z)-a-Santalol(38.2%), (Z)-ß-santalol(18.2%), (Z)-trans-a-bergamotol(9.9%), (Z)-lanceol(9.1%), andepi-p-santalol(3.8%)

Uses : Sandalwood (East Indian) has extensive use in ayurvedic medicine, it is used as inhalation or simply through external application in chest and throat. Sandalwood oil has a warm, woody odor and is commonly used as a fragrance in incense, cosmetics, perfumes, and soaps. It also is used as a flavor for foods and beverages.

Benefit : Sandalwood is used in the treatment of inflammatory and eruptive skin diseases. Sandalwood hydrosol has long been used for skin problems and with good reason. It can fight acne-causing bacteria, exfoliate the skin, soothe sunburn, remove suntan, and reduce signs of aging like dry skin and wrinkles.

Caution Note: Do not take hydrosols internally without consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.conduct a skin patch test when trying a hydrosol for the first time. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, discuss with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.
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