History and Information
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Sandalwood Profile
Sandalwood is an evergreen tree native to Asia (or Australia for Australian Sandalwood). Sandalwood essential oil is obtained from the inner wood of the tree.
Botanical Name
Santalum album, Santalum spicatum (Australian Sandalwood)
Also Known As
Ananditam, Chandan, Chandana, East Indian Sandalwood, Oil of Sandalwood, Safed-Chandan, Sandal Tree, Sanderswood, Santal Blanc, Santali Lignum Albi, Santal Oil, Swet Chandan, Taliaparnam, Tan Xiang, White Saunders, Yellow Sandalwood, Yellow Saunders
Parts Used
The applicable parts of sandalwood are the oil and wood. White sandalwood oil is reported to have antifungal, antiseptic, diuretic, antibacterial, and spasmolytic activity. The wood is reported to have antibacterial, spasmolytic, and urinary disinfectant activities. (Summarized from source.)
Practical Uses
Calming, relaxing, reduces stress, soothing to the breathing passages, healing and moisturizing to the skin. (Summarized from sources.)
Documented Properties
Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, astringent, decongestant, deodorant, insect repellent. (Summarized from source list).
Cautions
Although some evidence suggests it is not irritating, sensitizing, or phototoxic when applied to the skin, the constituent, santolol, can cause contact dermatitis. White sandalwood is contraindicated in kidney disease, particularly in individuals with diseases of the kidney parenchyma. |
Summarized
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Carol Schiller and David Schiller (2008). The Aromatherapy Encyclopedia: A Concise Guide to over 385 Plant Oils. Laguna Beach, CA: Basic Health Publications Inc.
Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database: Lemongrass Monograph accessed at http://naturaldatabase.therapeuticresearch.com on January 19, 2011. |
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This information shall not be interpreted as specific prescription or usage advice and is published as a general guideline only. Choose all skin care products wisely.
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