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

Wild-Harvested Australian Sandalwood Oil

Steam distilled from the heartwood of Santalum spicatum, this brown Australian oil offers soft woody, balsamic and creamy nuances with a resinous undertone.

Ethical, sustainable harvesting with Aboriginal collaboration and mature trees.

At a Glance

• Aromatic profile: Soft woody, balsamic, creamy and resinous
• Note: Base; fixative

Specifications of Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil

• Botanical name: Santalum spicatum (R.Br.) A.DC.
• Family: Santalaceae
• Common names: Western Australian sandalwood, Australian sandalwood
• INCI: Santalum Spicatum (Heartwood) Oil
• Extraction method: Steam distilled
• Part used: Heartwood
• Note: Base; fixative
• Odor: Soft woody, balsamic, creamy with a resinous undertone
• Appearance: Brown
• Country of origin: Australia

Aromatic Profile

A gentle woody base with balsamic warmth, creamy body and a restrained resinous finish.

Blending Direction

• Supports floral, amber, spice and incense structures without the same sweetness or depth expected from every Santalum album batch.
• Adds soft persistence to citrus, rose, jasmine, ylang ylang, vanilla, resins and woods.

Formulation & Usage

Santalum spicatum heartwood oil contains variable sesquiterpene olefins and alcohols, including α- and β-santalol and often E,E-farnesol.

Applications

Fine Fragrance

For soft woody bases, creamy balsamic accords and delicate fixative support.

Safety

• For external use only; do not ingest or apply undiluted.
• Patch test the finished formulation and avoid eyes, mucosa and damaged skin.
• Avoid use during pregnancy, with infants, elderly users or epilepsy; seek qualified individual guidance.
• Store tightly closed and protected from heat, light and oxygen.