Here are just some of the benefits of Sandalwood:

•  Useful with cystitis, urethra disorders, prostatitis, gonorrhea, diarrhea, gastritis, bronchitis, throat infection, sinusitis, laryngitis.
•  Widely used in skin care.  History reports that it was one of Cleopatra’s beauty ‘secrets’.  Sandalwood strengthens the skin’s connective tissues, as it increases capillary circulation.  Heals skin inflammation. 
• Relieves eczema, dermatitis, abscesses or cracks and fissure caused by overexposure to harsh environments of nervous conditions.  Addresses infections, acne, oily skin, chafed or weakened skin.
• Has constituents that deprogram cellular misinformation and carry oxygen at the cellular level. 
• Supports hormonal balance. 
• Calming to digestive system, again calming muscular spasms, diarrhea, urinary tract infections, kidney inflammations, rigidity, impotency, depression, insomnia, stress, aggression, grief. 
• Soothes and strengthens the chest area and is recommended for respiratory infections such as bronchitis.  Can be combined with oxygenating oils such as Eucalyptus, can be used to soothe irritation, inflammation and open the respiratory pathways, congestion, bronchitis, dry coughs, laryngitis, sore throats and muscular spasms. 
• Promotes warmth, courage, serenity, unity, oneness, sensuality, acceptance, groundedness, security, harmonizing, calming, slowing, aphrodisiac, quieting emotional volatility, nervous tension, anxiety, stress, insomnia, impotence, frigidity, aggression, and egocentricity. 
• Used widely to enhance sleep quality.  It instills a deep sense of tranquility in people.  It is an excellent oil to use during meditation or when you want to create alignment with a loved one.  It dissipates the worry of everyday life and gives you the opportunity to reinvest yourself intimately into the relationship.  It is an oil for courage and confidence, brings about a sense of groundedness in the face of rapid change. 

 How to Use Sandalwood:

 Diffusion:  Diffuse 4 to 5 drops in an ultrasonic diffuser at the end of your day or when desired throughout the day.

 Internal:  Can be mixed with 1 Tsp. honey and 4 oz. warm water or tea for a nourishing beverage. Do this when you feel a sore throat coming on.

Topical:  Soothing and regenerating when used with massage.  Use 10 drops per 1 tablespoon of carrier oil)  Apply to chest for respiratory challenges or to abdomen to support reproductive health and libido.  Apply 1 or 2 drops (undiluted or “neat”) to feet.   Mix 1 or 2 drops with 1/2 t. of TRUessence Balance Gel for and apply as a facial creme for anti-aging benefits.

 Baths:  Pure, essential oils are nourishing and healing and beneficial when used in bathing.  Sandalwood is a premiere oil for gneitourinary tract problems and is helpful with cystitis and prostratitis.  Mix 8 to 12 drops in 1/2 c. Dead Sea Salt and dissolve into a sitz bath. 

**To learn more about Sandalwood Oil and all our other oils and blends, we recommend “From the Stillroom–A Collection of Aromatherapy Recipes” by Alexandria Brighton.  You can buy this book through our online store.

TRUessence Defense Blend is a first line of defense oil that can be used at the first sign of symptoms or as a preventative during cold and flu season.  TRUessence Defense Blend is made from the highest medicinal grade of cinnamon bark, thyme ct linalool, peppermint, palmarosa, clove bud, oregano, eucalyptus radiata, tea tree, and ravensara.

At the first sign illness:  Put 2 drops of Defense Blend on each foot.  Repeat several times a day.  You may also make a soothing tea:  Mix 1 drop Defense Blend with a teaspoon of honey and stir into very warm (not hot) water.

To boost immunity during cold and flu season:  Put 2 drops of Defense Blend on the bottom of each foot every day.

For children:  Use TRUessence Kids Wellness Blend in place of TRUessence Defense Blend.

For babies: Mix 1 drop Eucalyptus radiata, 1 drop Tea Tree, and 1 drop Ravensara with 1 t. olive oil.  Put this mixture in a dropper bottle.  Then put 1 drop of the bottom of each foot.  This remedy comes from Alexandria Brighton, Master Aromatherapist.  She advises that this preparation can be applied 3 times a day.

Safety precautions: Use Eucalyptus radiata with babies and children rather than other eucalyptus globulus.  Eucalyptus radiata is an effective, but very mild form of eucalyptus.

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