Sandalwood album Essential Oil Information Page
🌳 Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil Information
Santalum album – East Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil 100% pure, organic, whole essential oil — ethically harvested from monitored Southern India agroforestry plantations.
Product Identification
Property
Details
INCI Name Santalum album oil
CAS Number 84787-70-2
Extraction Method Steam Distilled
Parts Used Heartwood
Origin India (sustainably grown & ethically harvested)
Common Names East Indian Sandalwood, White Santal essential oil
Appearance Yellow to pale yellow, somewhat viscous liquid
Odour Note Dense, enveloping, sweet, mellow, buttery, woody, earthy & warm. Base note — excellent fixative
Main Components 57–79% Santalol (40–45% α-santalol, 17–27% β-santalol), 4–6% α‑bergamotol, 1.5–3.5% Lanceol
Quality 100% pure organic whole essential oil
Solubility Soluble in ethanol & carrier oils; insoluble in water
Storage Store cool, dry, away from light. Keep out of reach of children/pets
Key Benefits & Uses
Category
Details
Skin Health Regenerating, healing, nourishing; antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial. For eczema, psoriasis, acne, wrinkles, burns, rashes, redness, scaly/dry skin.
Body Care Lymphatic & venous tonic, circulatory booster, urinary tract support, respiratory tonic, reduces muscular spasms, rheumatism, lumbago, sciatica.
Emotional & Mind Nerve calming, sedative, anti-depressive, balancing; promotes relaxation, meditation, and restful sleep.
Wellbeing Aphrodisiac, revitalising in burnout & fatigue, diuretic to assist fluid retention.
Respiratory Pulmonary antiseptic, expectorant for coughs, bronchitis, sore throats.
Perfumery Luxurious base note & fixative; rich woody warmth anchors florals & citrus. A staple in attar oils.
How to Use Indian Sandalwood Oil
Application
Effectiveness
Method & Dilution
Body Massage +++
1–6 drops/10ml carrier (0.5–2%). Pairs well with sandalwood kernel, sesame, apricot, grapeseed oil.
Target Skincare +++
2–4 drops/10ml carrier (1–2%) for compromised, dry, itchy, atopic skin.
Face Creams +++
1–3 drops/10ml carrier (0.5–1%) for mature, dry, stressed skin.
Hair & Scalp +++
2–6 drops/10ml carrier for nourishing scalp oils/conditioners.
Bath +++
6 drops blended with 20ml glycerine or 1 cup Epsom salts.
Diffusion +++
Ultrasonic diffuser: 10 min, 3×/day for relaxation or meditation.
Inhalation +++
1 drop on cloth/wrist wrap or inhale from bottle during breathwork.
Perfume Creation +++
Use as a base note to hold delicate aromas; blends with jasmine, rose, neroli, vetiver, patchouli, benzoin, vanilla.
Cooking ++
Use sparingly for exotic warm notes in desserts or sweet-savoury blends (trace amounts only).
Popular Blending Companions
Family
Oils
Floral Jasmine, Rose, Neroli, Ylang-Ylang, Geranium
Woody Vetiver, Cedarwood, Patchouli
Resinous Frankincense, Myrrh, Benzoin
Citrus Bergamot, Neroli, Grapefruit
Spicy Coriander, Cinnamon, Clove, Nutmeg
Sacred Frankincense, Myrrh, Juniper Berry
Example Aromatherapy & Skincare Blends
Recipe
Ingredients
Meditation Diffuser Blend 4 drops Sandalwood, 3 drops Frankincense, 2 drops Myrrh
Soothing Skin Balm 2 drops Sandalwood, 2 drops Rose Geranium, 10ml Shea Butter base
Circulatory Massage Oil 4 drops Sandalwood, 4 drops Neroli, 3 drops Grapefruit, 30ml carrier oil
Sacred Ritual Oil Sandalwood + Frankincense + Myrrh + Nutmeg in jojoba
Stress Relief Pillow Spray 6 drops Sandalwood, 5 drops Lavender, 4 drops Juniper Berry in 100ml water + solubiliser
Safety & Precautions
Caution
Details
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding
Avoid during first 3 months; avoid if pregnant or nursing without medical advice
Oestrogen-like Action
Avoid with estrogen-dependent conditions
Cardiac/Hypertension/Epilepsy
Avoid unless advised by a doctor
Undiluted Use
Never apply neat
Patch Test
Perform before first use
Storage
Keep away from heat, light, children, and pets
Note: This rare and precious essential oil is sustainably sourced in India under state-monitored regeneration projects for Santalum album. Availability is limited due to ethical harvest controls.
