Sandalwood extract has a long history. Its use can be traced back through beauty treatments, healthy living and even spiritual rituals that took place over 4,000 years ago.The exotic scent of this extract comes from the heartwood of sandalwood, an evergreen from the Santalaceae family. The highest quality of oil comes from older, more mature trees, and is extracted through steam distillation. This woody, sweet and exotic smell often complements cosmetic and skin care formulas, and it’s often used as an essential oil for therapeutic purposes.Although this scent is pleasant and popular, this ingredient does much more than smell good....

3 Health Benefits of Essential OilsSome people use essential oils as a holistic way to heal the body.  When used appropriately, essential oils are environmentally friendly, easy to use and most importantly, non-toxic to people and pets. Here are 3 health benefits of essential oils: First-Aid:  Many essential oils have antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiviral properties, which keep harmful bacteria, microbes and viruses from multiplying on wounds.  One of our personal favorites is calendula oil, which is used in Real Purity’s Burn & Cold Sore Gel. Calendula oil (derived from the marigold flower) has tonic, sudorific, emmenagogic, and antispasmodic properties, but it...