Sandalwood

Ayurveda’s Sacred Coolant for Harmonious Calm & Radiant Skin

Santalum album (Safed Chandan / White Sandalwood) has long been revered in the Ayurvedic tradition - not only because of its calming scent, but also because of its deeper power to calm, purify, and enlighten. The heartwood of the tree produces a divine perfume thought to soothe the nervous system, give energy to the mind, uplift inner strength and happiness, and harmonise the heating nature of Pitta.

Its oil and powder are treasured as ritual and beauty, to be used as an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and cleansing with respect to the skin; however, historically used to treat irritation of the throat, keep the bladder healthy and cool systemic heat.

Ayurvedic Benefits Of Safed Chandan

• Calming Aroma & Cognitive Clarity
  The fragrant scent of Safed Chandan relieves restlessness, calms thoughts, and brings inner calmness.
  

• Brightens & Soothes Skin
  Rich in cooling and anti-inflammatory properties, it evens out tone, reduces acne, heals scars, and brings radiant clarity to the complexion.

• Gentle Relief for Heat & Sensory Discomfort
  Traditionally used to ease burning sensations, throat heat, urinary discomfort, and systemic inflammation.
  

• Spiritual & Ritual Significance
  Thought to cultivate an inner sacred serenity, it runs throughout temple rituals, meditative states, and ritual body treatments for spiritual uplift and devotional calm.