Evidence supporting the use of: Australian Sandalwood
For the health condition: Emotional Sensitivity

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Australian Sandalwood (Santalum spicatum) has been used traditionally, especially within Indigenous Australian practices and later in Western aromatherapy, for its calming and grounding effects. The essential oil is commonly inhaled or applied topically (often diluted) to promote relaxation, emotional balance, and a sense of tranquility. Historical records and ethnobotanical accounts describe its use in ceremonies and healing rituals, where it played a role in fostering emotional well-being and spiritual insight. In contemporary aromatherapy, Australian Sandalwood is frequently recommended for emotional sensitivity, anxiety, and stress, paralleling the traditional uses of Indian Sandalwood (Santalum album).

However, scientific validation for these effects is limited. While some studies on essential oils in general, and Indian Sandalwood in particular, suggest mild anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) and mood-supportive properties via olfactory pathways, there is a lack of high-quality clinical evidence specific to Australian Sandalwood and its effects on emotional sensitivity. Most claims remain anecdotal or based on traditional knowledge. Thus, its use for supporting emotional sensitivity is primarily justified by tradition rather than robust scientific evidence.

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