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Sandalwood is a kind of fragrant wood that belongs to the Santalum genus and it grows up to 12 to 15 tall. The roots of this wood are very beneficial compared to the rest part of it. The roots of sandalwood tree are rich source of various essential oils. In old days the Ayurvedic healers used to treat various skin conditions with sandalwood powder or by burning the sandalwood. In china and Japan the sandalwood incense is widely used in various ceremonies. Sandalwood and tea tree oil both are of high importance in skin care treatments.
The essential oils and attars made from sandalwood are also used in herbal medicines and herbal beauty products. In aromatherapy also sandalwood and tea tree oil have special place, which cannot be taken away no matter how much science progresses. The soaps and perfumes prepared using these two are also in very much demand. Tea tree oil has camphoraceous fragrance and is golden in color. The sandalwood essential oils in pure form are very expensive but various Ayurvedic treatments make use of them generously.
The tea tree oil is very effective in treating various fungal infections, acne and vaginal infections. In the treatment of genital herpes also tea tree oil provides relief from the condition completely. The tea tree oil has antiseptic and antifungal properties. In most of the cosmetic products this oil is used. Minor skin wounds, insect bites or skin irritations can be cured with tea tree oil. Various creams, soaps, lotions, shampoos make use of tea tree oil. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid it completely. One more precaution that everyone ahs to follow is not to take tea tree oil orally.
Sandalwood and tea tree oil are very useful and some of their uses are listed below.
Uses Of Sandalwood -
- If you will add the essential oils derived from sandalwood in your bath water. This will reduce your stress and tension. This is also good in case you have sleep related problems.
- In case of vomiting and nausea massaging the stomach with the mixture of carrier oil and sandalwood will give relief. You can also inhale the mixture of these two things to cure vomiting.
- In case of dry cough, inhale the mixture of carrier oil and sandalwood. You can also massage with this mixture on your chest and throat.
- To reduce the itching of skin, you can apply the mixture of carrier oil and sandalwood over the affected part.
Uses Of Tea Tree Oil -
- In case of any kind of cuts on your skin, you can have bath with the water containing few drops of tea tree oil.
- To treat Athlete's foot, add six drops of oil into one bowl of water and soak your feet in this water for 15 minutes.
- Add five drops of oil in one glass of water and gargle with this water to cure the sore throat.
- To treat boils apply tea tree oil on the boils with the help of a cotton bud.
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