IngredientsSandalwood (Chandan)

Sandalwood, also known as Chandan in India, belongs to a class of woods that are yellow and fine grained. What is unique about Sandalwood is its ability to retain fragrance for a long period of time and this makes it a rare wood with a priced fragrance that is highly expensive.

Sandalwood Ayurvedic Uses & Benefits For Skin

In Ayurveda, Sandalwood is used in its powder and oil form and is known to have relaxing and cooling properties that can balance all Doshas. Sandalwood is antiseptic, retains moisture levels, is toning, purifying, and soothing. One of its most important applications in Ayurveda is to treat the nervous system by calming anxiety. When applied directly onto the skin, the paste of Sandalwood can treat acne and post acne scars as well as clarify other blemishes.