Sandalwood
Common Name
Sandalwood Essential Oil
Scientific Name
Santalum Album
Ingredient Class
Essential Oil
Used in:
Body butter with jasmine and patchouli
Cellulite body oil
Tissue oil
Solid perfume – Freedom solid
Mens soap
Interesting Fact
Sandalwood trees are parasitic – their roots must attach to other trees’ root systems to survive! In traditional Ayurvedic medicine, practitioners consider sandalwood paste so sacred they apply it to the “third eye” during meditation. The oil’s value led to such overharvesting that Australia now produces most of the world’s supply through sustainable plantations.
A precious essence of tranquillity, sandalwood essential oil is steam-distilled from the heartwood of mature Santalum album trees, which must grow for at least 30 years before harvesting. This rich, woody oil graces several Simply Bee skincare treasures, including the Body Butter with Jasmine and Patchouli 250ml, Cellulite Body Oil 200ml, Tissue Oil 100ml, and Solid Perfume – Freedom 50g. Packed with santalols and other therapeutic compounds, sandalwood oil offers deep skincare benefits and meditative aromatic properties.
Origin
The Santalum album tree originated in Southern India’s tropical forests, where it’s been cultivated for over 4,000 years. Ancient Indian texts describe sandalwood’s use in religious ceremonies and royal skincare. Today, sustainable plantations in Australia and Indonesia protect wild populations while maintaining the oil’s exceptional quality. Traditional harvesters carefully uproot entire trees to collect the fragrant heartwood.
Why Sandalwood Oil Stands Out
Sandalwood essential oil enhances Simply Bee’s formulations with its unique combination of therapeutic actions. In body butters and oils, it helps improve skin elasticity while reducing the appearance of stretch marks. As a key note in the Freedom Solid Perfume, it provides long-lasting woody depth that grounds the brighter citrus notes. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory properties make it ideal for soothing irritated skin in the Tissue Oil.
Value Adds
- Deeply moisturises skin
- Reduces skin inflammation
- Promotes mental clarity
- Enhances meditation focus
- Minimises scar appearance
- Calms nervous tension
