Botanica Gaia Artisan Wild Harvested Australian Sandalwood, (Santalum Spicatum).

Botanical Name: Santalum Spicatum.

Family Name: Santalaceae. 

Common Name: Sandalwood, Australia Sandalwood, Noongar, Waang, Dutjahn. 

INCI: Santalum Spicatum (Heartwood) Oil.

Extraction Method: Steam distilled.

Parts Used: Heartwood. 

Note: Base note. Fixative. 

Odor: Beautiful woody nuances, soft, balsamic, creamy and a resinous undertone.

Appearance: Brown.

Country of Origin: Australia. 

Australian Sandalwood was discovered in the 19th century, and its use in rituals became popular in China. It was also widely used as an antibiotic in countries that were British colonies and in England itself. Before penicillin was discovered and became popular, Australian Sandalwood was prescribed and found in pharmacies and hospitals. It was also widely used in venereal diseases.

Both Sandalwood have demonstrated proven effectiveness against some fungi, microbes and viruses (human papilloma, herpes simplex I and II) and anti-inflammatory. Very effective against Acne and acne scars. In addition to being a calmer for the nervous and emotional system, both Sandalwood are highly effective in relieving nervous system disorders.

Australian Sandalwood comes from ethical and sustainable cultivation. The extraction of Sandalwood essential oil and Australian Sandalwood seed oil is done in collaboration with native Australians, from trees over 30 years old and harvested in native reserves, who maintain strict control over sustainable logging. of sandalwood trees.

The essential oil is extracted by distillation from the heartwood of the tree. Although the olfactory profile is very similar to Mysore, it has softer, lighter and more delicate nuances.

In the table in the photo files you can see a Chemical comparison between Mysore Sandalwood and Australian Sandalwood.

The difference between the two is due to the amounts of Alpha and Beta Santalol, Mysore being the one that has the most amount, however the rest of the compounds are the same in both sandalwoods. Both being equally effective. There are those who prefer the sweeter and deeper aroma of the Mysore and others prefer the more balsamic and woody aroma of the Australian.

Not for use during pregnancy, with the elderly, infants, or if epileptic. Possible skin irritant in some individuals; dilute well.

General Safety Information: Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.