Sandalwood Hydrosol

Sandalwood hydrosol, derived from the Santalum album tree, is obtained by steam distillation of the wood. This hydrosol is a clear to slightly cloudy liquid with a warm, woody scent and soft, sweet undertones. The pH of sandalwood hydrosol usually ranges between 5.0 and 9.0, making it a slightly acidic to neutral solution.

The main components of sandalwood hydrosol are aromatic compounds such as santalol, α-santalol and β-santalol. These components contribute to the soothing, anti-inflammatory and skin caring properties of the hydrosol.

Sandalwood hydrosol is often used in aromatherapy and skin care products for its moisturizing, soothing and regenerative properties, making it ideal for sensitive and mature skin. Additionally, it is used in aromatherapy to reduce stress and anxiety, and it can also help relieve muscle pain and tension. Sandalwood hydrosol is also known for its ability to soothe the skin and reduce redness.

Properties

• Calming: It has a calming effect on the skin and can help relieve stress and anxiety.
• Anti-inflammatory: It helps reduce inflammation and soothes the skin.
• Antibacterial: It has antibacterial properties that can help fight skin infections.
• Soothing: It can help soothe skin irritations and redness.
• Moisturizing: It hydrates and nourishes the skin, leaving it supple and soft.
• Refreshing: It refreshes the skin and can help reduce swelling and fatigue.
• Rejuvenating: It promotes skin cell regeneration and helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

Applications

• Facial Toner: It can be used as a hydrating and soothing toner to soothe and refresh the skin.
• Body Mist: It works great as a refreshing body mist, especially on hot days or after exercise.
• Aromatherapy: It can be used in diffusers to create a calming and relaxing atmosphere.
• Bath Additive: Add to bath water for a relaxing and aromatic experience.
• Compresses: It can be used in compresses to soothe skin inflammations and irritations.
• Hair Care: It can be used as a hair rinse to soothe the scalp and refresh the hair.
• Wound care: It promotes the healing of wounds and scars and can be used to treat minor cuts and scrapes.

What is a hydrosol?

• A hydrosol is created during the distillation process of plant material. The plant material is exposed to steam or immersed in boiling water. The heat causes the cells of the plant material containing the essential oil to soften and release their contents.
• The essential oil, which is volatile, rises together with the steam in cooling tubes. Here the steam cools and condenses into water. This condensed water, which comes from the cells of the plant, is known as hydrosol. It contains many components, including the water-soluble (hydrophilic) micromolecules of some components that are also found in the essential oil of the plant.
• Hydrosols often have different properties than the essential oil of the same plant material, providing unique applications and benefits. They are particularly suitable for children, the elderly and people with sensitive skin due to their mild nature.