Sensually Soothing Sandalwood

Renowned over the centuries for its’ fine oriental aroma & powerful therapeutic properties, precious Sandalwood was always a most sought after Ayurveda herb – from the great moghul empires of India to the Royal kingdoms of ancient Ceylon.

Throughout Asian history, Sandalwood has been widely used in perfumery, beauty care & powerful Ayurveda formulae.  Its’ rarity as well as its exotic sensual fragrance made Sandalwood mostly the preserve of aristocracy & royalty, with Sandalwood milks, baths, oils & potions being a mainstay of most Royal well-being rituals. Enjoyed both by women & men alike, palaces too were adorned with naturally fragrant sandalwood furniture & fragrant sandalwood fans.

Sandalwood in Ayurveda

A small evergreen tree with pinky-purple flowers, the heartwood & roots of the tree are the source of the heady, heavy & aromatic sandalwood essential oil – with the longest-lasting aroma of all essential oils.

It is the first choice for chronic bronchitis, soothing & hydrating the skin, with a possible rejuvenating effect. Overall, sandalwood is sensual, relaxing and uplifting. When used in massages and baths, sandalwood is cooling and calming, helping to prevent tense headaches and relieving insomnia.

Tonics made with potent Sandalwood powder are prescribed to be particularly beneficial for feminine health issues, as well as to correct Dosha imbalances.  Pastes of Sandalwood were also prescribed to soothe skin infections as well as purify the skin.

Sandalwood in Meditation

Sandalwood facilitates spiritual practice & has been used in incense as a meditation aid for centuries. It calms irritation born of frustration, stills the mind & opens you up to your spiritual potential. Sandalwood is associated with both the crown and base chakras, helping to balance & harmonize the chakras, thereby restoring equilibrium.

Mysore Sandalwood

Mysore Sandalwood grown in the semi-dry Mysore region of Karnataka, India, has been renowned over the centuries to be the world’s finest, with its’ rich characteristic aroma & potent therapeutic properties. Today, sustainably harvested Mysore Sandalwood is the world’s finest & most expensive – with sandalwood dust & essential oil retailing at over US$ 3,000 per kg.

Spa Ceylon Sandun - Sandalwood Range

Originally formulated to cater to their fastidious clientele in Saudi Arabia, Spa Ceylon’s new Sensual Sandalwood range is enriched with pure Sandalwood oil & fine Sandalwood powder sustainably harvested in the Mysore region of India.

Designed to suit all Dosha & skin types, this new range is also enriched with essential oil of earthy Ceylon Vetiver to deeply relax & promote tranquility, precious Patchouli to help de-stress & calm and pure Gingergrass to help comfort & uplift the senses,

Sandalwood  Soothing Body Mist

Capture the magic of sensual Sandalwood with richly fragrant Body Mist blended with herbs & essential oils to soothe & de-stress the body & mind, while soothing Witch Hazel cools, refreshes & protects the skin. For soothing refreshment, spray on all over hands & body, after bath or as required. This works as a great linen & pillow mist, as well as a natural room fragrance mist too!

Sandalwood Hand & Body Lotion

This light moisturizer with a blend of herbs & essential oils helps to soothe & de-stress the body & mind, capturing the magic of sensual Sandalwood & refreshing the skin. Virgin Coconut, Avocado, Honey & Sweet Almond Milk improve overall skin health & help nourish, hydrate, soften & protect. Works great as an overnight hand treatment too – making sure you wake up to soft & fragrant hands! 

Sandalwood Bath & Shower Gel

This mild soap-free non-drying body cleanser soothes & de-stresses the body & mind while cooling, calming & refreshing the senses.  Organic fresh Aloe Vera hydrates, while Virgin Coconut & Green Olive cleanse & nourish, improving overall health & well being. With a lingering fragrance that remains on your skin overnight, this is perfect for that soothing bath at the end of a long day.

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Ceylon Lemongrass – A Relaxing Aromatic Healer

Native to old Ceylon, Lemongrass is a powerful herb renowned in Ayurveda & traditional eastern medicines for myriad of naturally healing properties and has been used in many different forms.  Ayurveda sages believed Lemongrass possessed anti-fungal, insecticidal and antiseptic properties and was extensively used in Ayurveda to help revitalize and refresh the body.

The cooling effect of Lemongrass oil is beneficial for the body during hot weather and promotes the revival of both the mind and soul. Lemongrass oil possesses natural astringent and toning qualities which help in stimulating blood circulation and tones up the dermal tissues. It also helps in tightening, uplifting and firming the skin.

Since ancient times, Lemongrass is also believed to have been used in the grand palaces of ancient Ceylon as calming tonic, a protective balm and also as a refreshing aromatic elixir.

Relax the senses with Lemongrass

Lemongrass has been proven to be an excellent tonic for the nervous system. It stimulates the mind and helps in combating convulsions, nervousness, vertigo and various neuronal disorders.  Lemongrass is used in therapeutic baths, which assist in calming the nerves and help in alleviating the symptoms of anxiety and fatigue caused by stress.

Lemongrass aids in calming the muscles and nerves which helps in inducing deep sleep. Research has shown that lemongrass tea has sedative and hypnotic properties which help in increasing the duration and quality of sleep.

Respiratory Disorders: Lemongrass Balms 

Lemongrass is also widely used in Ayurveda medicine for its healing effects in treating coughs and colds. Along with other beneficial components, the vitamin C content present in lemongrass helps in providing relief from nasal blockages, flu and other respiratory disorders such as bronchial asthma.

Lemongrass Origins

Lemongrass also known as Cymbopogon citrates  is a herb which belongs to the grass family of Poaceae. It is well known and utilized for its distinct lemon flavor and citrusy aroma. Lemongrass is a tall, perennial grass which is native to Ceylon, South India and tropical Asia. In addition to its culinary usage, Lemongrass offers a wide array of medicinal benefits and is in extensive demand due to its anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties across Asia.

MODERN USES OF LEMONGRASS:

Comfort Body Pains: Lemongrass Balms 

Lemongrass helps in alleviating the pain and discomfort caused by headaches and migraines due to its analgesic properties. The phyto-nutrients present in lemongrass improve the blood circulation and help in relieving spasms, muscle cramps, sprains, and back aches. Lemongrass is valuable in treating sports wounds, including dislocations, internal injuries and bruises.

Lemongrass for care of oily Skin 

Lemongrass has been treasured as a skin tonic and makes an effective cleanser for oily or acne-prone skin, due to its astringent and antiseptic qualities. It helps in strengthening the skin tissues and toning up the pores while also sterilizing them. Care should be taken while using lemongrass products, as the undiluted application might lead to dermal irritation in some cases.

Effective Insect Repellent

Lemongrass is used as a natural insect repellent and helps in preventing the occurrence of insect-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue and Lyme disease. Studies have provided supporting evidence regarding the anti-malarial and anti-protozoan properties of lemongrass, which makes lemongrass oil an effective ingredient in mosquito repellents.

Lemongrass to minimise body odor

Lemongrass is an effective natural deodorant due to its cleansing and anti-bacterial properties which help to combat unpleasant body & foot odor and prevent fungal and bacterial infections. It can also be added to foot baths to for sanitizing sore and odorous feet.

Natural Detoxification

Lemongrass helps in cleansing and flushing harmful toxic wastes out of the body, as a result of its diuretic properties. Detoxification helps in better regulation of various organs of the body and assisting in maintaining a clean system.

Lemongrass:  A Word of Caution

• Undiluted or concentrated lemongrass oil should not be applied directly on the body as it may result in harmful reactions. It is always advisable to keep pure lemongrass oil out of the reach of children.
•  It is strongly recommended to consult a health professional before considering lemongrass oil for therapeutic usage during pregnancy.