Aditi International

Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra

Source:Australia, India, Fiji, East Africa, Indonesia.

DescriptionSandalwood is considered indispensable in many social and religious rituals in some parts of the world. There are different varities of Sandalwood such as the Indian Sandal (Santalum Album), the Hawaiian Sandal (Santalum Ellipticum) and the Australian Sandal (Santalum Spicatum), East African ( Osyris Lanceolata ) .

The main constituents areAlpha and Beta Santalol, Santyl Acetate and Santalenes.

ExtractionThe Essential Oil of Sandalwood is extracted through steam distillation of pieces of wood from matured Sandal trees which are 40-80 yrs

Health Benefits

Anti SepticEssential Oil of Sandalwood is very good as an anti septic. It is safe for both internal and external applications

Anti InflammatoryThis property gives relief from inflammations resulting from fever and viral infections.

Anti PhlogisticProtects the wounds and ulcers from infections and from being septic.

Anti SpasmodicBeing a relaxant and sedative in nature, this oil works great against spasms too. It relaxes nerves, muscles and blood vessels and hence ends spasms or contraction. Thus it is helpful in treating problems associated with spasm, such as cramps, aches, coughs etc.

AstringentAlthough very mild, this oil has some astringent properties which induce contraction in gums, muscles and skin.

CicatrisantIt soothes skin and helps fading away of scars, spots etc.

CarminativeIt induces relaxation in the intestines and abdominal muscles, thereby facilitating removal of gases. healthy, young and vibrant.

DiureticDue to its relaxing and anti inflammatory nature, it soothes inflammations in the urinary system and induces relaxation in it, thereby promoting easy passage of urine. odor.

DisinfectantIt increases the tendency of urinating as well as the frequency of urination and quantity of urine. This helps loose weight, lower blood pressure, increase appetite, lower cholesterol and removal of toxins from the body.

Health Benefits

EmollientSandal Oil soothes skin, relieves it from inflammations and irritations, cures infections on it and keeps it fresh and cool.

SedativeThis oil sedates inflammations, anxiety, fear, stress, restlessness etc. and induces relaxation and calmness.

TonicA healthy tonic especially for growing children, as it is beneficial to the digestive system, circulatory system and nervous system.

ExpectorantSandalwood Essential Oil behaves as an expectorant and is particularly effective in treating coughs

HypotensiveIt can be taken with milk or even water to reduce blood pressure in patients suffering from high blood pressure. The paste of Sandalwood has the same effect.

Memory BoosterIt improves memory and induces concentration

TonicIt makes right the metabolic functions like decomposition of food and absorption of nutrients by toning up the liver, stomach and intestines, helping you grow stronger and healthier. It is also seen to take care of proper excretion; it regulates the endocrinal secretions of hormones and enzymes and also tones up the nervous system, thus making you more alert and active, and finally, boosts the immune system, protecting you from infections.

Other BenefitsHelps treat eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and sores. Gives relief from constipation and it can also be used as an antidote against insect bites temporarily.

DescriptionIt is a hairy perennial shrub, often used in hedgerows, and stands up to about one meter high (3 feet) with pointed leaves, serrated at the edges and it has pinkish-white flowers. The oil is mostly colorless(but can have a slight light green color to it) with a strong floral aroma and a hint of mint. It has a watery viscosity.

The main constituents areAlpha Pinene, Myrcene, Limonene, Menthone, Linalool, Geranyl Acetate, Citronellol, Geraniol and Geranyl Butyrate.

ExtractionThe Essential Oil of Geranium is extracted through steam distillation of stem & leaves of Geranium plant.

 Health Benefits

AstringentAn astringent, it makes the gums, muscles (including contraction of abdominal muscles which gives you a better look), intestines, skin, tissues and blood vessels to contract.

Anti Bacterial & Anti MicrobialThis property does not let bacteria or microbes develop on wounds and keeps you safe from infections.

HaemostaticGeranium Oil can stop haemorrhage in two ways. First, being an astringent (more specifically, a styptic), it causes contraction of blood vessels and helps stop flow of blood. Second, being a haemostatic, it speeds up coagulation or clotting of blood.

CicatrisantIt helps the scars and other spots on skin to fade and vanish. It facilitates blood circulation just below the surface of skin and also helps make distribution of melanin uniform

CytophylacticIt encourages the recycling of dead cells and the regeneration of new cells. This helps in the growth of the body cells as well as gametes.

DiureticIts diuretic properties increases urination. Urination aids digestion, prohibits formation of gases in the intestine and is effective in the removal of excess acids and bile secreted in the stomach. Urination also reduces blood pressure because the more you urinate, more the sodium is removed and blood pressure is reduced.

Health Benefits

DeodorantIt aids in eliminating body odor and provides an uplifting aroma.

StypticIt causes the blood vessels to contract and thus slows down or stops flow of blood.

TonicThe tonic property makes all the systems and functions perform smoothly by influencing endocrinal glands for regulating secretion of various hormones, enzymes, acids and bile etc. and toning up the respiratory system, digestive system, circulatory system, nervous system and excretory system.

VermifugeThis particular property is very beneficial for those children (sometimes even adults) who suffer from intestinal worms.

VulneraryGeranium Oil speeds up healing of wounds, cut and surgical incisions.

Other Benefits It can be fruitful if employed in treatment of acne, dermatitis and other skin diseases etc, infections of nose, throat and other respiratory organs, eczema, neuralgia, burns, ulcers, tonsillitis, Post Menopause Syndrome etc. Further, it has great mental uplifting effects and can be very effective in treating depression, anxiety, anger etc.