Sandalwood - about varieties

What is sandalwood is a question that arises in everyone who chooses perfume. They write about it on bottles and actively include it in perfumes, despite its rarity. This is a warm aroma from India, soft creamy, with a hint of mahogany. The plant itself is an evergreen, from the legume family. Inside there are many beneficial properties, it contains essential oils that are used in perfumes and cosmetics. A guest from the tropics with beautiful wood and a distinctive motif. It produces a high-quality chypre component that supports other, more unstable notes well.

True sandalwood trees

They remain endangered despite being protected by the government and their harvests being carefully monitored. Illegal logging is constantly appearing. Such plants are called Santalum album, grow in South India, the most prized varieties are from the Mysore region and from the forests of Kerala. Their number has not yet been restored.

In the 90s, production reached 20,000 kg annually. Actively used in the European aromatic industry. By 2011, the production of Indian tobacco, which also involved sandalwood, increased.

Production

The tree grows very slowly - only 30-60 years after planting does it become mature enough to produce oil. The technology is also unusual - when it is cut down, they leave it in the same place and wait several months until white termites eat the bark and young wood. They set aside the central part of the trunk, which will be processed to get what they want.

Modern technologies make it possible to speed up this procedure and mechanically carefully remove excess, making production a little cheaper.

What does sandalwood smell like or smell like?

It is perfectly fixed with the participation of this substance, becoming more noticeable and exotic. All other chords will look intriguing and intricate. The result is an unusual effect of a mixture of musk with oriental motifs and chypre-fougere shades.

It is a rich, slightly sweet aroma with delicate milk particles. A classic of oriental woody notes, it is usually yellow in color with hints of gold.

Where else is it used?

Of course, this is not the only use of essential oil. It is actively used in cosmetology - it is an excellent useful dietary supplement to any shampoos and creams. It makes it easy to:

• fight acne;
• reduce skin oiliness;
• reduce the intensity of hair loss, they begin to shine and grow more;
• evoke sympathy;
• help accelerate wound healing.

It has also proven itself excellent in aromatherapy, as a scent with excellent antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects. It helps well as an additional component in the treatment of dry cough, bronchitis and sore throat.

This is a good prevention of varicose veins. The menstrual cycle in girls is established and male strength increases. Disinfectant, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic. If you often inhale a similar aroma, you can increase the production of gastric juice and forget about nausea.

For several tens of thousands of years, it has been considered one of the best calming and relaxing substances and preparations for meditation. But it can also tone and fill you with strength. It is often used in church services in the form of incense.

It makes it easier to calm down, concentrate on what is happening inside, and realize real needs and desires.

Properties of women's perfume with sandalwood:

• help suppress aggression;
• relax, create healthy sleep;
• make thinking clear and quick.

If combined with lavender, it normalizes the functioning of the central nervous system, relieves stress, and relieves headaches.

Use in aromatherapy

Lovers of aromatherapy and a healthy lifestyle are sure to have fragrant sticks with the scent of sandalwood in their therapeutic arsenal.

Can be used as an additive for aroma lamps. When added to a bath, the water treatment will have a calming effect, create a pleasant atmosphere and relieve stress, fear, depression and other negative symptoms of psychological stress. As a bonus: the scent of sandalwood acts as an aphrodisiac.

From time to time, massage with sandalwood oil will relieve the unpleasant symptoms of stress and cramps, and get rid of insomnia. Already the old Indians used its relaxing and disinfecting effects, and modern folk medicine also widely uses these properties.

Therefore, the use of sandalwood sticks is known in various medical centers and yoga halls. They cause strong spiritual vibrations and heal the soul.

But, if you suffer from more mundane and common health problems (such as a sore throat), using a natural remedy to massage the lymph node area may help. Chronic bronchitis is treated by inhalation with essential oil.

Aromatherapy effects:

• toning the nervous system,
• eliminating depression, creating a good mood,
• general calmness,
• relaxation and toning of smooth muscles,
• cough relief,
• eliminating sore throat,
• antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects,
• treatment of genital and urinary tract infections,
• aphrodisiac properties.

Popular fragrances

There are a huge number of elite varieties of perfume. Many perfume houses often add sandalwood to enhance the bouquet and its components. We recommend trying one of them to find your place in this big and unpredictable world. Especially if you haven’t experienced similar motives yet.

It is often included in exclusives and special perfumes. Among them:

• Tom Ford, who brought us Santal Blush;
• Serge Lutens with the unforgettably attractive Jeux de Peau;
• Diptyque and fiery cedar-citrus Tam Dao;
• Olfactive Studio with accentuated sandalwood note Lumiere Blanche;
• Odeur 53 with previously unused Comme des Garcons scents

And now we propose to study the most prominent representatives of the branch of motives.

MONTALE SANDAL SLIVER

This is a difficult composition. Here, woody tones are mixed with floral and complemented by powdery, resinous and vanilla. Mysterious tone of the east from a French house. It was successfully shaded with citrus sourness and flowers.

Unisex, suitable for everyone, and its longevity and exciting sillage remain in the memory for a long time. It is equally suitable for any time of year and day. They are used a little more often before leaving the house in the evening. Most users note that it is quite strong and very durable.

TOM FORD Santal Blush

Calibrated to the smallest detail and worked out, it is cozy and soft. It's impossible not to fall in love with the composition. What does this sandalwood-scented perfume look like - like light blows of the east wind with spices. They are often called non-standard and surprising, because it is rare to see such components in perfume.

The main line is carrot seeds and cumin, diluted with cinnamon and spicy spices. They are gradually being replaced by ylang-ylang, neatly woven jasmine and fenugreek. The base here was created slightly tart, original, from musk, Virginia cedar and oud wood.

It lasts well - on the skin for 10 hours, on clothes it can last for a couple of days. The train cannot be called intrusive; it is thin, barely noticeable, but confident. Powder particles only complement the idea. Ideal for a girl slightly over 30.

Users prefer to apply it during the day, usually in the fall, but it's great for winter too.

EX NIHILO Venenum Kiss

How magical sandalwood smells here - judging by the charming properties of the aroma, this small bottle should be called unique. This is real music of the world of smells, which personifies the expectation of a miracle, lifts the mood and is attractive.

He surprises from the first notes. The lightest chords of saffron and nutmeg, woody motifs and bittersweet tints. The top shades smoothly flow into the heart shades - tart and piquant neroli, fragrant rose and artemisia, bitter amber. Among the base is styrax.

Owners of the fragrance advise using it in winter and autumn. Its warmth lasts for a long time. It is equally suitable for evening and daytime walks, for work and relaxation. This is a universal perfume that will not be very suitable only for parties and formal dinners. A fresh, spicy motif with a warm pink undertone.

This is a discovery for liberated sexy girls who are not afraid to reveal their own fantasies. Every evening with a couple of drops of Venenum Kiss - intrigue and mystery embodied in a masterpiece.

MONTALE SANTAL WOOD

Surprising and aromatic, this smell of the sea can conquer. Romantic, light and crazy. It was created in 2012, and since then this fresh composition has been turning the heads of girls all over the world. The name translates as “sandalwood” and fully corresponds to it.

Ideal for those who miss seascapes and walks, dream of resorts and relaxation in a forest area.

From the first chords, the seaside motif with spicy and woody particles amazes the imagination. Top shades are sea water, hot black pepper, magical juniper and nutmeg. Heart notes are majestic white cedar and sandalwood. A strong base lies in oak moss. This is the same smell that will transport you to the beach, you just have to close your eyes.

The vast majority of those who tried it like it. Users say that it is worth applying to the skin at the moment when you want to return to the sea. They are used only a little more often in the summer, when nostalgia is especially strong or you want to freshen up.

Pterocarpus sandalwood

This is what botanists call another type of sandalwood. More precisely, this is a subspecies with reddish wood, which, due to its external resemblance and smell, is mistakenly considered sandalwood. This tree is also actively used for the extraction of essential oil, although it is significantly inferior in quality, and a dye is also mass-produced from it.

It was this that was first brought to Russia several centuries ago; moreover, it was red sandalwood that gave rise to a new word: “sandalit, to be sandaled,” which means to become covered in red, and later to get drunk, to become very intoxicated. It has long been known that people who abuse alcohol constantly have a red nose, and those who saw sandalwood for the first time felt its amazing aroma and involuntarily sniffed the powder closer, staining their nose with paint. Since then, the word has been transformed, but then forgotten.

Women's perfume with sandalwood aroma

These are oriental overflows that are remembered from the first chords. Elegant and tart, they firmly enter our lives and complement it with an unusual sound. We bring to your attention 8 different unique titles for every mood:

• Allen Shaw - Santal. Uninhibited, oriental, graceful and cardamomy.
• Narciso Rodriguez. The master of oriental fragrances skillfully juggles musky notes, cardamom, ylang-ylang and warm chords.
• Santal Blanc - Serge Lutens. An elegant combination of sandalwood and musk in a chypre image.
• Molecules 04. Pronounced grapefruit is accompanied by mysterious juniper and a velvety note of rose. As an addition - mastic tree.
• Ambre & Santal from the impressive L'Occitane en Provence. If you want thick spicy bouquets with balsamic viscous particles, it’s worth a try. Among other things, it contains figs and bergamot.
• Liquid Gold Euphoria from the world famous strict Calvin Klein. Even the bottle is elegantly designed. This is a sensual combination of orchid and cinnamon, complemented by a sandalwood accord. Just three notes, but mixed in perfect order and form.
• Santal 33 - Le Labo. Papyrus and leather are an unusual symbiosis. In addition, violet, cedar and cardamom are clearly felt.
• Sandal from the unique Amouage. For everyone who needs just sandalwood, without any additions or fragrances.

Finding suitable scents among the variety is quite difficult. If you need help, you can always contact consultants and ask a question. In our store there are many different sandalwood motifs, it is worth studying several to decide whether you like the note.

Sandalwood beneficial properties and contraindications

The exotic sweet-tart aroma of sandalwood can literally dissolve any stress and aggression, relieve nervous tension, as well as increase energy potential and eliminate problems in the functioning of the digestive system. Sandalwood (other names: sandalwood, red sandalwood, Pterocarpus sandalwood) is considered the largest tree growing in the deciduous forests of Ceylon and eastern tropical Asia. It is a species of the genus Pterocarpus of the legume family. Sandalwood is mainly cultivated in India and on various islands of the Indian Ocean.

This tree can grow from 6 to 9 m in height and is characterized by a brownish-gray column and fairly flexible branches. Sandalwood's narrow leaves are sparsely spaced, its single yellow flowers have red stripes, and its fruits have the appearance of a smooth, round bean.

Red sandalwood is highly valued: it is used not only for distilling medicinal oil, but also for making expensive souvenirs and luxury furniture, various religious objects and dyes.

The ancient Hindus knew how to make oil from this tree, who used the product to embalm the bodies of deceased high-ranking nobles and to treat diseases of the genitourinary system. There were even craftsmen who built temples entirely from sandalwood. The Hindus also traded this valuable wood with some success, establishing foreign trade relations with Rome and Greece. And the tradition of making smoking pipes and religious objects from sandalwood originated in Japan and China.

Nowadays, this tree is on the verge of extinction, so it is used only for the production of the oil of the same name. As a rule, sandalwood is cut down upon reaching a mature age, that is, about 50-60 years, but not younger than 30. Only the dark brown core is used, which has a bright, intense aroma. The trunks felled to the ground are left in this form for some time so that the ants eat the upper layers of wood, only after that they begin to make oil. To do this, the wood core is soaked for a short time, and then the oil is extracted through long distillation using high pressure and steam. The finished product has an exotic woody aroma that is both sweet and tart.

Chemical composition

The most valuable active components of this oriental tree are Santalons, which have antibacterial and soothing properties, and tannins, which stop bleeding and heal damaged skin.

Sandalwood also contains santhalic acid (a coloring agent) and pterocarpine.

The healing properties of sandalwood

Sandalwood has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, expectorant, astringent and antispasmodic effects. Preparations based on it are also good diuretics and tonics; they have a positive effect on the skin, nourishing and softening it.

Esotericists claim that the healing aroma of sandalwood will help restore the richness of sensations and overcome various ailments caused by problems in the digestive tract. Since sandalwood oil is relatively expensive, it cannot always be found on sale, but sandalwood scented candles or sticks are often found on the shelves of relevant stores. The effect of their combustion is almost the same as that of using aroma lamps: the fragrance of sandalwood promotes a more active secretion of gastric juices, relieves colic, nausea and discomfort due to gastritis.

The aroma of burning sandalwood “drives away” the melancholic mood and provides a calm and sound sleep, like a baby’s. It suppresses irritation and aggression, promotes clear thinking. Preparations based on sandalwood are effective in relieving stress and nervous tension.

Followers of Aurovedic healing traditions claim that sandalwood increases enthusiasm and energy, gives joy to life, strengthens faith and self-esteem.

Sandalwood essential oil: composition

Sandalwood essential oil is the result of long-term water-steam distillation (from 48 to 72 hours) of pre-soaked sandalwood shavings that are at least 30 years old. The shavings are obtained both from its wood and from the root system. The tropical regions of South Asia are considered the homeland of sandalwood, and this plant feels best at an altitude of 600 to 2500 meters above sea level. Due to the fact that to obtain 100 kg of sandalwood essential oil, about 1 ton of wood peeled from the bark is required and because the resources of this type of tree are severely depleted, the cost of sandalwood oil is quite significant.

Up to 90% of sandalwood oil is made up of the santalol component, in addition to it it includes: teresantalol, santalene, santalone, santhen and santenone. Its consistency is dense, viscous, with a yellowish tint and a herbal-waxing-wax aroma.

Sandalwood oil: benefits, application and treatment

The uses of sandalwood essential oil are quite varied. It is used to treat people, to flavor alcoholic beverages, in the perfume and cosmetics industries, and also as a repellent (eliminates burning, pain and swelling from insect bites).

Let's start with the fact that sandalwood oil has pronounced antiseptic, bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties. It will equally help with external skin infections and diseases of the respiratory and digestive systems.

Sandalwood essential oil has an antitussive and expectorant effect, therefore it is effective for bronchitis (including chronic), sore throat, rhinitis, ARVI and other diseases accompanied by a dry cough. Useful for the genitourinary system, as it helps cope with cystitis, urethritis and vaginitis, and has a diuretic and decongestant effect. When used regularly, it normalizes the menstrual cycle, helps increase potency in men and increases sexual desire in women, and is considered a kind of erotic stimulant.

Sandalwood oil is considered the main oil for meditation for a reason. Thanks to its special properties, it relaxes and calms, brings a person calm in stressful situations, relieves tearfulness, while simultaneously giving strength and toning the body. It is believed that sandalwood oil reveals creativity and talent in people, and gives a feeling of personal completeness. It also helps cure headaches and cope with insomnia.

Man perfumes

Every representative of the stronger sex should try unusual combinations of sea and wood at least once. Bright and strong, they are suitable for those who are confident and calm, for those who are romantic and assertive. You just have to choose the right shade. The perfume compositions are truly unusual. They are refreshing and dizzying.

We offer 5 fresh-sea, spicy and amazing scents, unisex and only for guys:

• Burberry Weekend. Citrus, combined with bergamot, melon and honey.
• Armand Basi Silver Nature. Orange, musky, vanilla and slightly aromatic.
• Angel Schlesser from the unusual Essential. Sicilian bergamot motifs are perfectly heard along with floral-spicy chords.
• Bogart CC By Chevignon. For those who miss green apple and jasmine with cedar.
• Canali Black Diamond. Oriental spicy notes alternate with violet, musk and peach.

Other uses

The benefits of sandalwood oil do not end with the cosmetic effects. It has a number of other application possibilities.

Perfumery

Thanks to its pleasant and distinctive aroma, sandalwood is often used to make perfumes and deodorants. When combined with other essential oils, it creates a special aroma that has aphrodisiac effects. Perfumes made from the oil have similar properties to pheromones, making it an important ingredient in perfume cosmetics.

Against cramps and spasms

Sandalwood contains a substance that relaxes nerves, blood vessels and muscles. Regular use of this natural remedy can stop muscle contractions, spasms and cramps, and prevent painful symptoms during menstruation, which is important for women experiencing severe discomfort during this period.

Disinfectant effects

They have a disinfecting effect due to the content of substances that kill bacteria and viruses. Thanks to its expressive aroma, it, along with the destruction of pathogens, repels insects. Therefore, it can be used as a natural repellent, disinfectant or air freshener.

Improving sleep quality

Sesquiterpenes, chemicals found in the oil, stimulate the function of the pineal gland in the brain. This organ produces melatonin, a master antioxidant, regulates sleep cycles, improves sleep quality, and treats insomnia and sleep disorders.

In addition, it relaxes the mind, calms the nervous system and promotes healthy sleep. Last but not least, it helps boost immunity.

Gynecological problems

The natural remedy is also used in gynecology - it helps with vaginal discharge, its anti-infective effect is multiplied in combination with lavender oil, melaulea and geranium (cystitis treatment).

Video

If you want to know more about this wonderful substance, we have prepared a video. Our consultant can also answer any questions or difficulties with choosing.

In the article, we felt what sandalwood smells like in perfumery, what it smells like and how perfumes are suitable depending on the time of year and day. But the main advice is to try and compare. Each bottle and type of perfume will feel different on different skin. We recommend that you try the most popular ones first - these are the lines that almost every girl likes. You can buy any of them in our Aromacode store. In addition to popular ones, look and select products from a large catalog.