Sandalwood- Santalum Album Method of Extraction: Steam distillation of the wood. Description: Smooth, exotic, spicy-wood aroma. Pale yellow to amber in colour. Suggested uses: Sandalwood has long been used as a perfume by both men and women and is popularly used in homemade massage blends to create a sensual atmosphere. For a wonderfully mellow massage oil, blend 3 drops of Sandalwood, 2 drops of Roman Chamomile and a drop of Frankincense in 20ml of Absolute Aromas' Peach Kernel oil. A drop each of Sandalwood, Geranium and Bergamot in an oil burner can help create a cosy atmosphere. Did you know? Sandalwood has become extremely difficult to get hold of due to Indian government controls. The oil is a by-product of the use of Sandalwood for figurines and furniture, which is very popular, especially in the Far East