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Properties

Antibacterial
Antidepressant
Antifungal
Anti-inflammatory
Antiseptic
Aphrodisiac
Carminative
Disinfectant
Diuretic
Expectorant
Sedative
Stimulant

Wellness Uses

Calm and Stress Relief
Cold and Flu Season
Immune Strength
Skin Care

Common
Health Concerns

Acne
Asthma
Bronchitis
Candia
Colds and Flu
Cough
Dermatitis
Skin Disorders
Stress
Throat Infections
Yeast Infections

About Oil

Historically, sandalwood has been used to calm hyper activity and is often used as an anti-depressant.  People find it soothing during highly emotional and worrisome times. It is used in the treatment of bronchitis, sore throats, laryngitis, and coughs.  It can treat dry skin and acne, and has been effective in relieving some digestive problems including nausea.  Sandalwood has been used to treat urinary infections. DōTerra Sandalwood Essential Oil is grown in India, is of the botanical family Santalaceae, and is steam distilled from the heartwood of the tree.

Typical Applications

Sandalwood is certified as GRAS and can be taken internally.  For sore throats, laryngitis, or congestive infections, take with juice, agave, honey or it can be gargled or used topically on the throat or in a lymphatic massage. Use with a full topical or foot massage to treat emotional issues. Diffused it is antibacterial and can help with coughing as a sedative or a calming application.  Mix 1-2 drops of sandalwood oil with 1-2 ounces of pure cranberry juice (not sweetened) 3 times per day for relief of bladder or urinary track infections.