Sandalwood Massage Oil
Sandalwood essential oil is one the most useful and beneficial essential oils.
Its botanical name is Santalum albumand and it is obtained by the steam distillation of shavings from the trunk.
The oil is clear and appears to have a slight yellowish tint.
Although it is a non-toxic and non-irritating oil you will have to dilute it before use as it is extremely strong. Sandalwood massage oil is widely used for body massage. It helps in removing kinks from the skin and muscles of the body. It is also helpful in relieving strained muscles. Sandalwood is free from any alcohol component. Undiluted or pure sandalwood oil is much more useful than chemically synthesized or mixed oils as it helps to aid meditation and build confidence by relaxing mind. Uses of sandalwood oil. Some uses of oil of sandalwood are as follows: - Sandalwood oil is used for the treatment of problems relating to the urinary tract.
- It serves as a tonic for stimulating the immune system.
- The oil is also used for the treatment of chronic bronchitis.
- Sandalwood oil can be topically applied to cure acne, chapped lips, and cracked and dry skin.
- The aroma of the oil can be used to relieve depression, tension, and stress.
- It can be used for the treatment of laryngitis and leucorrhea.
- This oil also helps to balance sebum secretion in oily skin.
- It is used to treat stretch marks and scars on the skin.
- It can also be used for the treatment of urinogenital diseases.
- The oil of Sandalwood is used as an antiseptic for the treatment of skin diseases.
- It is used for preparing aromatherapy soaps, lotions, aroma candles and is also used in combination with aroma salts.
- It has antimicrobial properties and can be used to remove black heads and blemishes.
- Rubbing Sandalwood oil on the chest is useful for relieving chest infections.
- Sandalwood perfume oil is used for manufacturing perfumes and aftershaves.
- It is also used as emollient in cosmetic production.
- Sandalwood oil is widely used in yoga for generating sexual energy.
- It can be used to promote healing in cases of injuries and wounds.
- The aroma of Sandalwood oil can be used for the treatments of nervous disorders.
- The aroma of the oil is also said to calm the mind spiritually.
- It also helps in relieving fever and can be used for treating burns.
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