Sandalwood is one of the woods distinguished by its fragrant aromas that are indispensable in every home, in addition to its beautiful smell . Sandalwood benefits for the skin.
Sandalwood benefits for skin:
1. Sandalwood stimulates collagen production in the skin, giving it elasticity and freshness. It also fights aging and facial wrinkles
2. It protects the skin from dehydration, as it acts as a moisturizer for the face and gives it smoothness and radiance.
3. It purifies the skin from dirt and impurities as it works to narrow the pores and thus protects them from getting pimples and others.
4. It works to lighten the skin and unify its color, and it also treats the problem of skin pigmentation caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays.
5. It is used as a natural exfoliator removes dead skin cells.
Sandalwood recipes for skin:
sandalwood and turmeric
This recipe works on treating acne because this recipe contains anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and other properties.
Setting method
Mix a tablespoon of sandalwood with half a teaspoon of turmeric with a tablespoon of milk, then apply the mixture on the skin and leave it for half an hour, then wash your skin with lukewarm water and repeat this recipe twice a week.
Sandalwood and aloe vera gel
This recipe works to lighten the skin and treat skin pigmentation
Setting method
Mix two teaspoons of sandalwood with two teaspoons of aloe vera gel with one teaspoon of rose water and mix them well until you get a homogeneous texture. Spread the mixture on your skin and leave it for 15 minutes, then wash it off with lukewarm water, repeating this recipe 3 times a week.
sandalwood and honey
This recipe is used as a natural exfoliator for the skin.
Setting method
Put 2 teaspoons of ground sandalwood with a teaspoon of ground almonds, a teaspoon of honey, milk and 4 drops of lemon juice and mix them together until you get a homogeneous mixture, then apply the mixture on your skin with a gentle massage for 3 minutes and then leave the recipe on your skin for a period 15 minutes and then rinse your skin with cold water. You can repeat this recipe once a week