Sandalwood Journal

Chandan in Pooja, Meditation and Last Rites
How sandalwood is traditionally used in daily pooja, japa and meditation, havan and antim sanskar — with a practical guide to making chandan paste and choosing quantities. Read more...
White Sandalwood vs Red Sandalwood: Which One Do You Need?
White and red sandalwood come from two entirely different trees. One is fragrant, one is not. Here is exactly which to buy for pooja, meditation, tilak and skincare. Read more...
Chandan for Skin: Benefits and How to Use Sandalwood Powder
Sandalwood has been used in Ayurvedic skincare for centuries. Learn the traditional benefits of chandan for skin, white vs red sandalwood, and three simple ways to use it at home. Read more...
How to Identify Pure Sandalwood: 5 Simple Tests
Most sandalwood sold in India is mixed or fake. Here are five simple tests to check if your chandan is pure, from the smell test to GC-MS lab certification. Read more...