Santalum spicatum is hydro-distilled from the roots and heartwood in India. "Waang" redirects here.
Santalum spicatum, the Australian sandalwood, also Waang and other names (Noongar) and Dutjahn (Martu), is a tree native to semi-arid areas of Western and South Australia. It is protected and listed as a vulnerable species. Its sandalwood oil has been used as an aromatic and a food source over history. S. spicatum is one of four Santalum species occurring in Australia.
Although labelled Therapeutic Grade and pure, a distillation of sandalwood that is this inexpensive should be considered for recreational use.
Aroma: Sandalwood has a mysterious, rich, woody and lingering scent with a hint of spice. It is oriental, luxurious, and balsamic with a deep & soft aroma. Spicatum features buttery, spicier notes compared to Indian sandalwood.
History: Sandalwoods are considered to be precious oils. Some thirty species of sandalwood occur throughout Asia, Australia and the Pacific region. The high value of the wood and the oil has led to a steady decline of native sandalwood trees and increasing efforts to establish plantations.
Description: Extracted from plantation trees, this Sandalwood is a viable, environmentally friendly tree considered to have higher anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties. This tree is parasitic, burrowing its roots into nearby trees to gain sustenance for the first seven years, leaving the other to die. To produce oil this tree must be over 30 years old, preferably around 40-50 years when it has reached its oil production peak.
Colour: Pale yellow to golden yellow clear liquid.
Common Uses: Sandalwood Essential Oil is mainly used in perfumery, cosmetics, and aromatherapy. Sandalwood Essential Oil is considered to have strong anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, although it may accomplish these effects indirectly by stimulating pats of the human immune system to respond effectively.
Consistency: Medium
Note: Base
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Cautions: Sandalwood Essential Oil is considered non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing oil.
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