Red Sandalwood is a medium-sized deciduous tree that grows about 8 meters (26 ft.) tall with a trunk 50–150 cm diameter. It is a fast-growing tree that has a lot of benefits for the skin. 

Botanical Name          : Pterocarpus santalinus

English Name              : Red sandalwood Powder

Tamil Name                 : Sivappu Chandanam/ சிவப்பு சந்தானம்

Hindi Name                 : लाल चंदन / laal chandan
Malayalam Name       : ചുവന്ന ചന്ദനം / cuvanna candanaṁ

Telugu Name          : ఎర్ర గంధం / Erra gandhaṁ

Kannada Name       : Gulabihuvu  

Description

• The red sandalwood tree is mostly found around the southern Eastern Ghats mountain range of South India. The tree is popular for the rich red color of its wood.
• Just like regular Chandan, red sandalwood is also sold in powdered form but it is a bit coarse.
• It is mostly loved by women because it cures all the skin related problems and gives smooth, shiny skin. It is very effective in reducing blemishes and treating acne.
• It also helps in the removal of suntan and dullness because of its cooling properties.

Benefits and Uses of Red Sandalwood for Skin

• Offers Great Nourishment

Red sandalwood is one of the natural ingredients which gives healthy and nourished skin also provides sufficient nourishment to all the skin cells if used properly. Add 1-2 teaspoons of red sandalwood powder to your regular body oil or simply make a paste of them for regular use.

• Helps in Exfoliation

Red sandalwood can help you immensely in exfoliating the upper dead skin cells and revealing a fresh layer of skin underneath. Make an exfoliating mask by mixing 2 tablespoons of nicely mashed, ripe papaya with 1 tablespoon of red sandalwood powder. Scrub your skin with it lightly and then rinse off with lukewarm water.

• Controls Oiliness of Skin

If you have Oily skin then don’t worry because red sandalwood powder can remove excess oil and reduce the secretion of sebum in your skin, thereby keeping it grease-free throughout the day.

• Red Sandal Wood Powder for wound

Sandalwood Powder is rich in antiseptic, astringent, and anti-inflammatory properties so it can stimulate cell regeneration and assist in healing wounds and scars.

The sandalwood can be crushed into a paste and spread on the skin to heal rashes or cleanse the complexion.

• Hypolipidemic and Hepatoprotective Properties

Red sandalwood has a protective effect on our lungs and heart and thus prevents us from deadly diseases. Along with the above uses, it also has anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-cancer properties. 

• Good for Diabetes

Red sandalwood extract has anti-diabetic properties. Some of the active components of red sandalwood help reduce elevated blood sugar levels significantly.

Side Effects

There are no side effects in using this product, and you can consider the medical advice for the usage of this product during pregnancy.

Harvesting & Manufacturing Methods

All herbs are 100% naturally harvested, dried, and pulverized without the chemical interactions that assure the natural herbal powders.