From soothing the mind to fighting signs of aging, sandalwood takes centre stage in a skincare routine that’s as calming as it is rejuvenating. We’ll walk you through a simple routine on how to incorporate Sandalwood as well as the long term benefits of using this beauty go-to in Ayurveda.
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What is Sandalwood
Sandalwood is an ancient essential oil that has existed for thousands of years. It’s been a beauty go-to in Ayurveda for a long time now.
About Time We Met’s skincare has incorporated sandalwood mainly due to its benefits for the skin and mind. Science has proven that when applied topically, sandalwood calms and relaxes the mind and works wonders for the skin by reducing signs of aging and acne.
Step-by-step guide on incorporating sandalwood into a daily skincare routine for maximum benefits
If you’re looking to achieve the maximum benefits of sandalwood and a flawless and glowy complexion, here you have an easy routine to follow.
- Foaming Cleanser – Wet your face, and with a few pumps of the cleaners, massage your face using your hands, a cloth or sponge to wash away the days nasties.
- Radiance Serum – After cleansing, massage the serum into your face.
- Restore Night Cream or Glow Day Cream – use the day or night cream for extra hydration and to lock in the serum’s properties.
- Naturally Brilliant Face Oil – Finish with 2-3 drops of this spectacular oil for top level hydration and to plump the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The oil also has the strongest concentration of sandalwood, which will help calm your mind and relax your body after a long day.
Benefits of sandalwood
Sandalwood is a powerful antioxidant with many benefits. It has been scientifically proven to nourish your skin and soothe the soul. Studies show that sandalwood:
- Calms the mind
- Reduces signs of ageing
- Protects against damage caused by blue light and pollution
- Soothes the skin
- Reduces the appearance of acne with its anti-inflammatory properties
- Brightens and evens skin tone
Clinical study with real people after two weeks revealed:
- 100% saw an improvement in overall appearance and condition of skin
- 96% experienced increased hydration
- 89% noticed brighter-looking skin
- 85% saw a reduction in fine lines
- 79% even reported feeling calm and relaxed
Does sandalwood work well for certain skin types?
Sandalwood is particularly effective in treating skin conditions such as acne and blemishes. An article from the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology shares how Indian sandalwood oil can also help treat conditions like dermatitis and eczema. It has a soothing effect on inflammation caused by pimples and other skin conditions and has anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, and anti-proliferative properties.
Does the smell of sandalwood make skincare more enjoyable, and does it have any aromatherapy benefits?
The sandalwood scent, evident in About Time We Met’s skincare range – particularly the Naturally Brilliant Oil, enhances the overall skincare experience with its luxe woody aroma. Sandalwood aromatherapy is like a mini vacation for your mind. Sandalwood’s main therapeutic compound, alpha santalol, helps to soothe the mind and relieve anxiety and stress when applied to the skin. We recommend using the above three-step skincare routine at night to feel relaxed with mental clarity after a busy day. Sandalwood not only helps to get your skin in a great place but, at the same time heals and relaxes your mind.
Can you recommend any complementary ingredients that work well with sandalwood for a comprehensive skincare routine?
The great thing about sandalwood is it works with all ingredients even some of the more temperamental ones such as retinol. So, if you’re adding Sandalwood to an existing skincare routine, there won’t be any issues.
Several About Time We Met products also feature fruit enzymes that work well with the sandalwood ingredient. Our AHA Clay Face Mask has pineapple and kiwi fruit extracts to help remove dead skin cells and leave skin glowing.
The acids that occur naturally in these fruits, AHAs, help to unblock and cleanse pores, leaving skin cleaner than ever. AHAs are present in our pineapple extract in glycolic acid and our kiwi extract in the form of citric acid. These ingredients complement sandalwood to ensure skin is clean, fresh, and glowing.
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