Fragrance
SANTALUM PANICULATUM WOOD WATER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Hawaiian sandalwood wood-distillation water. Used as an aromatic, lightly soothing hydrosol. Far gentler than the essential oil but still carries fragrance allergens like farnesol.
Function
Skin benefits
- Aromatic hydrosol with light sandalwood scent
- Trace santalol antioxidant content
- Skin-conditioning humectant water
- Calming tradition of use
Known concerns
- Sandalwood contains farnesol, a documented fragrance allergen
- Patch test recommended for fragrance-sensitive skin
- Hydrosol fragrance load lower than essential oil
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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