Sandalwood Essential Oil: expensive, controversial, nearly extinct

Sandalwood is a fragrance from my childhood that will always stay with me. Quite honestly, I cannot afford this oil right now, and I do miss it. I’m glad that the price has gone way up to reflect the new protections on this evergreen that the Indian government has put in place, but at the moment, it’s not in my collection of oils. However, that is not to say that you should not acquire it! Just as I may make small sacrifices to make sure I have neroli, rose, and jasmine, it is possible that this woody, calming, great for meditation scent is worth it for you. In any case, this is one oil that I would be very careful sourcing and only use the “real” thing. Cheap substitutes of sandalwood do no one any good.

Top Ten Uses For Sandalwood

1. Relaxing

2. Harmonizing and calming

3. Reduces tension

4. Reduces confusion and anxiety

5. Good for nervous exhaustion

6. Great for bronchitis

7. Helps with frigidity and impotence

8. Good for relieving itchy skin

9. Good for relieving inflammation on the skin

10. Great for meditation