Sattva Ayurveda Aromatherapy

Sandalwood Essential Oil 10 ml

Name: Sandalwood Essential Oil 10 ml
Brand: Sattva Ayurveda
SKU: KAT01484
Price: 20.95 EUR
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grounds and quiets racing thoughts - without making you drowsy during the day

a classic meditation oil — used in Ayurveda for thousands of years as Chandana

balances Pitta — cools excess tension, irritability and “overheating”

Woody, creamy, with a warm sweetness in the background — sandalwood is the scent your brain instantly associates with silence. Obtained by steam distillation from the heartwood of the Santalum album tree — a tree that needs 20–30 years before it yields any oil at all.

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Sandalwood is in no hurry. And that's exactly what you need.

The sandalwood tree grows slowly — 40 to 60 years before its wood holds enough oil to be worth harvesting. The older the tree, the deeper and richer the aroma. This patience is written into the scent itself: woody, creamy, warm, with the light sweetness of balsam. An aroma that doesn't overwhelm — it settles.

In Ayurveda, sandalwood (Sanskrit: Chandana) has been one of the most sacred ingredients for thousands of years. Sandalwood paste applied to the forehead during rituals, the oil burned during meditation, the powder added to medicinal skin pastes — sandalwood is present wherever Indian tradition seeks calm, purity and a connection with something deeper. This isn't marketing. It's a history that goes back more than 4000 years.

The oil's main active compounds — α-santalol and β-santalol — have confirmed anti-inflammatory and calming effects on the nervous system. They work at the limbic level: they slow you down, ground you and restore focus without drowsiness. That's why sandalwood works well both in the evening as you fall asleep and before meditation, yoga or any moment when you need to stop the merry-go-round of thoughts in the middle of the day.

Scent profile

Main notes	woody, creamy, warm
Base note	balsamic, slightly sweet, earthy
Intensity	low to medium — delicate, long-lasting
Character	warm, deep, grounding — a classic base note
Pairs well with	lavender, vetiver, ylang-ylang, rose, jasmine, cedarwood, bergamot

Ayurvedic context — Dosha

Pitta ↓↓	sandalwood's main dosha — cools, calms excess fire, soothes inflammation and irritation
Vata ↓	grounds scatteredness and restlessness, supports sleep and stability
Kapha →	neutral — with excess Kapha, stimulating oils are a better choice

Carrier oil for Vata: sesame or almond. For Pitta: coconut or sunflower.

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Sandalwood is in no hurry. And that's exactly what you need.

The sandalwood tree grows slowly — 40 to 60 years before its wood holds enough oil to be worth harvesting. The older the tree, the deeper and richer the aroma. This patience is written into the scent itself: woody, creamy, warm, with the light sweetness of balsam. An aroma that doesn't overwhelm — it settles.

In Ayurveda, sandalwood (Sanskrit: Chandana) has been one of the most sacred ingredients for thousands of years. Sandalwood paste applied to the forehead during rituals, the oil burned during meditation, the powder added to medicinal skin pastes — sandalwood is present wherever Indian tradition seeks calm, purity and a connection with something deeper. This isn't marketing. It's a history that goes back more than 4000 years.

The oil's main active compounds — α-santalol and β-santalol — have confirmed anti-inflammatory and calming effects on the nervous system. They work at the limbic level: they slow you down, ground you and restore focus without drowsiness. That's why sandalwood works well both in the evening as you fall asleep and before meditation, yoga or any moment when you need to stop the merry-go-round of thoughts in the middle of the day.

Scent profile

Main notes	woody, creamy, warm
Base note	balsamic, slightly sweet, earthy
Intensity	low to medium — delicate, long-lasting
Character	warm, deep, grounding — a classic base note
Pairs well with	lavender, vetiver, ylang-ylang, rose, jasmine, cedarwood, bergamot

Ayurvedic context — Dosha

Pitta ↓↓	sandalwood's main dosha — cools, calms excess fire, soothes inflammation and irritation
Vata ↓	grounds scatteredness and restlessness, supports sleep and stability
Kapha →	neutral — with excess Kapha, stimulating oils are a better choice

Carrier oil for Vata: sesame or almond. For Pitta: coconut or sunflower.

How to use?

Diffuser / meditation
3–5 drops in water. Turn it on 15–20 minutes before meditation, yoga or sleep. Sandalwood works slowly — give it time to fill the space. A classic blend: sandalwood + lavender (2+3 drops) for winding down in the evening.

Massage (Abhyanga)
10–12 drops per 25 ml of carrier oil — in the Ayurvedic tradition, the best choice is sesame oil (for Vata) or coconut oil (for Pitta). Massage in with slow strokes along the spine and into the neck and shoulders.

Bath
Mix 6–8 drops with a tablespoon of carrier oil and pour into a warm bath. Soak for 15 minutes — sandalwood also works on the skin: it moisturizes and smooths.

As a perfume
1–2 drops diluted in jojoba oil on the wrist or the hollow of the neck. Sandalwood is a classic base note in perfumery — it stays on the skin long after application.

Direct inhalation
2–3 drops on a tissue. Recommended when you find it hard to focus or before an important conversation — it clears the mind without being stimulating.

Ingredients

Santalum Album Oil

FAQ

Is this genuine Santalum album from India?
The oil is obtained by steam distillation of the pale wood of the Santalum album tree — the species regarded as “true” sandalwood, grown in southern India. It is the most highly prized variety because of its α-santalol content and its characteristic creamy aroma.

How is sandalwood different from other oils for sleep?
Lavender works by relaxing the nervous system, valerian through sedation. Sandalwood works differently — it grounds you and quiets racing thoughts without forcing you to sleep. Ideal for people who “can't switch off their mind” before bed.

Can it be used on facial skin?
Yes — diluted in jojoba oil (2–3 drops per 10 ml), it works well for dry, irritated and mature skin. α-santalol has anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties.

How many drops in a diffuser?
3–5 drops in water. Sandalwood has a low intensity — don't be afraid to use a little more than with other oils. The aroma is subtle and doesn't overwhelm the space.

For external use only. Do not apply undiluted directly to the skin. Store away from light and heat sources. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant or have high blood pressure or epilepsy, consult your doctor before use.