Sandalwood

Description

Sandalwood has a soft, creamy, and woody aroma with sweet and earthy undertones. It is often described as soothing and meditative.

Definition

Sandalwood is obtained from the heartwood of sandalwood trees. It is a valuable base note in perfumery, known for its calming and harmonizing properties. Sandalwood is a versatile and widely used fragrance ingredient in women’s, men’s, and unisex fragrances.

Locations to Find Sandalwood

Sandalwood trees, particularly the Indian sandalwood (Santalum album) and Australian sandalwood (Santalum spicatum), are native to India and Australia. Sandalwood is harvested from the heartwood of these trees. Additionally, other species of sandalwood are found in regions like Hawaii and the Pacific Islands.

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