Sandlewood Wonders

Sandalwood powder and oil have been considered to provide rejuvenation to skin. They have been included in ancient text for its many beautifying benefits.  Where sandalwood powder is used topically for ultimate skin care, sandalwood oil has more benefits that can be counted fingers.

To start with sandalwood oil is a mild astringent. It helps in strengthening and contraction of muscles, gums and skin. Therefore used in dental treatments. It is effective in providing a tighter skin tone. It works as a cicatrisant. This means it is powerful enough to remove scars and spots from the skin.

It is helpful as a diuretic and aids in reducing inflammation of the body.The cleansing of the urinary system can be done using sandalwood oil.Yet another skin benefit is its function as an emollient. It smoothens the skin boils and brings relief. People suffering from hypotension can make it with milk to reduce blood pressure. Application of sandalwood paste made of powder and rose water has the same benefit.

Sandalwood oil is a memory booster. It aids in bringing relief to mental stress.  Day to day stress often becomes difficult to handle. Using few drops of sandalwood oil on forehead helps in calming the senses. It works as a powerful sedative and has shown to aid treat inflammation and restlessness.

It is used extensively in production of incense sticks, fumigants and sprays. This is due to its disinfectant characteristics.

Traditionally, sandalwood oil helps acts as a powerful anti-spasmodic agent. It provides relief to nerves, blood vessels and cramps. Menstrual cramps are also relieved by sandalwood pastes.
Likewise, it is also used as a carminative. This helps in relieving flatulence and help relief in abdominal cramps.

The application of sandalwood paste and oil can be made more beneficial when mixed with Ylang-Ylang, Rose, germanium or bergamot as carriers.The purity always matters therefore make sure you are using sandalwood of standard quality.