Sandalwood (Pure) Indonesia Essential Oil

Sandalwood - Santalum album - Indonesia

Family: Santalaceae (Sandalwood Family)

Origin: Indonesia

Extraction: Steam distilled from heartwood

Volatility: ? Note ? (Floater)

Colour: Yellowish to light amber

Aroma: Soft, woody, exotic

Noted Constituents

Alcohols – Sesquiterpeneols: a-santalol (45-55 %), b-santalol (19-25%), farnesol & nuciferol (Spicatum)

Terpenes – Sesquiterpenes: santalenes (5 -11 %)

Cautions / Safety Data

Do not use on the skin full strength. Always dilute in appropriate carriers before use.  Not for internal use.  If pregnant or suffering from serious medical conditions, consult a qualified health professional, experienced in the use of essential oils.

Useful Information

This is a classic floater oil. It does not have a dominant aroma, rather a soft unassuming oil. Creates synergy and harmony in a blend. While not always directly detectable in a blend, it may be conspicuous by its absence.

Disclaimer

Essential oils are not meant to be a replacement for traditional medical treatment of diseases and conditions. When in doubt, please consult a physician.

Image credit: Photo of Sandalwood tree by J.M.Garg. Licensed under CC Attribution Share-Alike International 4.0. This image has been cropped