Sandalwood oil – liquid gold

One of the most alluring scents belongs to the renowned sandalwood. This scent was revered in ancient times, especially in Eastern cultures, and is now beloved by the Western perfume industry. It's no wonder. Its unique, warm, and sweet scent soothes and uplifts the mood. Santalum album , or white sandalwood, grows naturally in southern India, where it is considered a sacred tree, revered for nearly 5,000 years. The fragrance of sandalwood has been valued in major world religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam. It is used as a spiritual aid in Buddhist prayers and meditations, as well as in religious rituals and practices. How sandalwood oil is made The most precious fragrance lies in the core of the tree. Before harvesting, the tree should be at least 10-15 years old. However, only the tree's maturity of 60-80 years ensures the highest quality and rich fragrance of the oil. The sandalwood is uprooted during the rainy season, and then the oil is extracted through steam distillation of the powder from the core of the tree. After distillation for about six months, the oil matures, transforming from a pale yellow to a richer brownish-yellow. This precious oil owes its delicately warm, spicy, woody, and nutty-milky notes . Sandalwood is the second most expensive wood in the world. This is due to many factors, including slow growth, rich oil content, and excessive harvesting without replanting. This is why sandalwood oil is such a rich and valuable oil that continues to captivate and delight.