Remedies With Sandalwood

Sandalwood is a natural gift that has found many pleasant, fragrant benefits. Sandal has been used and known the world over. The tree is not found too commonly any more, and has become a rare commodity. Pure sandal, when obtained has a number of uses and benefits.

Sandal is an aromatic wood, which is pungent in taste, cold in action. It subsides the element of fire in the body as well as burning sensations. It is used both internally and externally to derive equal benefits.

Drops of pure sandalwood oil are diuretic, germicidal and help stop perspiration. The help bring about clearer urine and also subside pains. Sandal paste and oil can both be applied to skin infections. Mixed with either coconut oil or sesame oil, it can also be applied to help stop itching sensation.

Sandalwood is also used commonly as a concentrate for incense. Given in the form of decoction, it is cooling and extremely soothing. It also has the capacity to satisfy thirst. The correct optimal dose of sandalwood is between five and ten drops, and while using the powder, is from five to ten grams.

When infants get suppuration in the umbilical region, the powder of sandalwood is commonly spread over it.

A pure syrup is prepared from the distilled water of sandalwood and rose. In the summers, it makes one of the best medicines. In ancient times, the application of sandalwood powder or in paste form was advocated to all before having a bath. The application of sandal helps in subside body heat and also brings renewed fragrance to the body.

Sandal can also be applied on the face to soothe sunburn. It makes a cooling pack. It helps dry up pimples and prickly heat quickly and effectively.

The fragrance of sandalwood also makes it a very attractive ingredient in aromatherapy. It relaxes and refreshes the body very well.

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