What is so special about sandalwood?

Sandalwood is a class of woods from trees in the genus Santalum. The woods are heavy, yellow, and fine-grained, and, unlike many other aromatic woods, they retain their fragrance for decades. Both the wood and the oil produce a distinctive fragrance that has been highly valued for centuries.

Why was sandalwood so valuable?

Sandalwood is the second-most expensive wood in the world and is widely used in the cosmetic industry, especially in perfumes. Sandalwood oil is sought after because of its soft, creamy, and long-lasting scent that it produces. It is on its way to becoming extinct, and that’s what makes Sandalwood so expensive.

What can we learn from sandalwood?

Plants are harvested between 10-30 years of age because the natural essential oils increase in potency with age. Besides just smelling nice, sandalwood essential oil is anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-spasmodic. It is a natural astringent, stress reducer, memory booster, deodorant, and acne and wound treatment.

Is sandalwood a good business?

– Indian Sandalwood is highly prized due to its aromatic fragrant wood. – The oil extracted from sandalwood is used in perfumes, cosmetics, aromatherapy and medicinal preparations. Sandalwood cultivation is a highly profitable business which needs very minimal maintenance.

What is sandalwood worth?

Sandalwood sells for as little as $13 per kilogram in various Asian black markets, but sells from more than $130 a kilogram in mainland China. Red sandalwood is also known as ‘red gold’ and his highly prized for furniture and ornamental carvings.

Why is sandalwood good for skin?

Sandalwood oil helps nourish the skin, improve the elasticity of skin cells, even out skin tone. Because of these qualities, it can be beneficial in reducing the appearance of scars. According to a 2018 study, sandalwood and honey were shown to prevent or minimize hypertrophic or thick, raised scarring.

Why was sandalwood so valuable in the 19th century what was it used for?

From our past research with the government, we knew that sandalwood was an effective mosquito repellent, used by our indigenous people in ancient times by burning the bark, wood and the leaves. They also used it for medicinal purposes.

Is sandalwood a good investment?

The number of farmers is increasing to cultivating sandalwood in Gujarat. Till then farmers will have to invest. But if sandalwood is grown around a shed, machine, or well, it gives good returns.

Is there a demand for sandalwood?

The current global demand for sandalwood hovers around 6,000 to 7,000 metric tonnes per year. India currently produces about 200 tons a year, with other foreign nations contributing 400 tons, leaving a shortfall of nearly 5,400 tons.

Does sandalwood grow in USA?

Grow Indian sandalwood in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 through 11. Most are hot-weather plants, such as black acacia, which thrives in USDA zones 10 through 12.

Is sandalwood Extinct?

Vulnerable
Indian sandalwood/Conservation status

Is Sandal good for face?

Sandalwood has been a secret beauty ingredient for its healing and nourishing properties. From daily skin care, to fighting skin blemishes, healing rashes, delaying wrinkles and lines, and reducing dullness and tans, the advantages of sandalwood for skin are tremendous.