- Sandalwood West Indies
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Sandelwood West Indies
Latin name: Santalum balsamifera
Raw material: Wood and bark
Extraction: Steam distillation
Certification: Organic
Origin: Haiti
INCI Name: AMYRIS BALSAMIFERA BARK OIL
Fragrance: Soft, woody, sweet, balsamic aroma reminiscent of Sandalwood
Color: Pale yellow to amber colored, slightly viscous liquid
Storage: Store in a dark, cool dry space
Content: 10ml.
Brand: j'Olie et Co Aromatherapy
This organically crafted West Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil is steam distilled from the heartwood and bark of the small evergreen Santalum balsamifera tree native to Asia, Haiti, and other Caribbean islands, as well as Central America. With its dry, earthy, balsamic aroma, West Indies Sandalwood Essential Oil has become popular as a key ingredient in natural perfumes, being noted for its calming nature, as well as for its anti-aging properties in skin care.
Indigenous to Haiti, West Indian Sandelwood is of great value to locals who use it for firewood and, since the hard-grained, dense wood is heavy with aromatic resins, branches serve as excellent, bright-burning torches. West Indian Sandalwood is also sometimes called Amyris; however, its properties are different and it is not botanically related to true Sandalwood Oil. These two wood-based oils have very different top note aromas but do have similar woody dry out notes. They can be used in the same ways when fragrance blending but are not suitable substitutes for use in aromatherapy.
Indigenous to Haiti, West Indian Sandelwood is of great value to locals who use it for firewood and, since the hard-grained, dense wood is heavy with aromatic resins, branches serve as excellent, bright-burning torches. West Indian Sandalwood is also sometimes called Amyris; however, its properties are different and it is not botanically related to true Sandalwood Oil. These two wood-based oils have very different top note aromas but do have similar woody dry out notes. They can be used in the same ways when fragrance blending but are not suitable substitutes for use in aromatherapy.
Chemically, sesquiterpene alcohols dominate most of West Indian Sandalwood Oil's composition making it exceptionally safe and non-irritating. For this reason, you'll often find it in skin care products as well as in natural perfumes. It can also help regenerate skin cells, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and add elasticity to the skin. West Indian Sandalwood is also an anti-inflammatory agent that may provide relief from mild inflammation such as insect bites, contact irritations or other skin conditions.
West Indian Sandalwood Oil is often used to ease unwanted muscle spasms and help with minor pain and inflammation management. West Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil is also extensively added in soap perfumes, as it blends well with other oils and substances such as Lavandin Oil, Coumarin, Citronella Oils and Oakmoss products.
An inexpensive and sustainable alternative to Sandalwood, West Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil is calming and nourishing to the heart as well as the nervous system. The benefits of West Indian Sandalwood Oil include reducing the stress levels, releasing tension, bringing mental clarity, and encouraging motivation during times of anxiety, stress and depression. The calming, sedative properties also help promote sleep for those who suffer from insomnia.
West Indian Sandalwood Oil is often used to ease unwanted muscle spasms and help with minor pain and inflammation management. West Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil is also extensively added in soap perfumes, as it blends well with other oils and substances such as Lavandin Oil, Coumarin, Citronella Oils and Oakmoss products.
An inexpensive and sustainable alternative to Sandalwood, West Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil is calming and nourishing to the heart as well as the nervous system. The benefits of West Indian Sandalwood Oil include reducing the stress levels, releasing tension, bringing mental clarity, and encouraging motivation during times of anxiety, stress and depression. The calming, sedative properties also help promote sleep for those who suffer from insomnia.
Contraindications: There is little scientific research on West Indian Sandalwood oil. Therefore, do not use the oil during the first three months of pregnancy, from the third month of pregnancy, the oil can be spread sparingly. You should avoid the oil in babies and children under 6 years old. In the perfume industry, the oil is used as a base note in woody fragrances.
Allergens: No allergens (EU Cosmetics Regulation, 2003/15)
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Allergens: No allergens (EU Cosmetics Regulation, 2003/15)
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Warning
Causes mild skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Keep out of reach of children. May be harmful if swallowed or enters airways. May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life. In case of contact with skin, wash with plenty of soap and water. In case of skin irritation, rash, or ingestion, consult a doctor immediately. In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with whole milk or a neutral base oil such as olive oil or sunflower oil and consult a doctor immediately.
The European Union obliges all suppliers of essential oils to mention these warnings. Look here for more information.
Warning
Causes mild skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Keep out of reach of children. May be harmful if swallowed or enters airways. May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life. In case of contact with skin, wash with plenty of soap and water. In case of skin irritation, rash, or ingestion, consult a doctor immediately. In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with whole milk or a neutral base oil such as olive oil or sunflower oil and consult a doctor immediately.
The European Union obliges all suppliers of essential oils to mention these warnings. Look here for more information.
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