Sandalwood Powder
Sandalwood powder is made from the ground heartwood of the Santalum album tree. Its key active compound, alpha‑santalol, lends a warm, woody fragrance and therapeutic properties.
Bring the wisdom of Ayurveda into your skincare routine. Our finely ground sandalwood powder, sourced ethically from sustainable plantations, helps calm inflammation, refine texture and even skin tone.
Ingredients
- Finely milled from sustainably harvested Santalum album
- 100 % pure with no fillers
- Warm, woody aroma when mixed with liquid
Key benefits
Benefits for Skin:
Soothes and calms – Anti‑inflammatory properties help relieve redness, irritation, eczema and psoriasis.
Purifies and balances – Antimicrobial and astringent qualities combat acne, fungal infections and excess oil.
Improves texture and tone – Antioxidants support skin elasticity and reduce dryness and wrinkles. Alpha‑santalol may lighten hyperpigmentation.
How to use
1. Face mask: Mix 1 tablespoon of sandalwood powder with rose water, yoghurt or honey to create a paste. Apply to clean skin, avoiding the eye area, and leave on for 10–15 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.
2. Spot treatment: Blend a pinch of powder with water to form a thick paste and apply to blemishes overnight.
3. Body mask: Combine with natural oils to soothe irritated areas.
Storage & saftey
- Sandalwood is generally considered safe, but patch testing is crucial.
- Some species (e.g., Australian sandalwood) contain
farnesol, which may irritate sensitive skin. - Overharvesting of sandalwood has ecological consequences; purchase from ethical sources.