Chandan Churna | Santalum album – Natural Skin & Mind Care Powder | by Riddhish Herbals

🔹 Bullet Points

✿ Natural Cooling Support – Known in Ayurveda for its soothing and refreshing nature.

➤ Daily Skin Care Aid – Traditionally used in face packs and wellness skincare routines.

◆ Aromatic Wellness Powder – Naturally fragrant, offering a calming sensory experience.

✔ Hair & Scalp Care Ritual – Commonly used in traditional hair packs and self-care practices.

➰ Simple, Clean Ingredient – Single-herb formulation without unnecessary additives.

❖ Rooted in Tradition – A classical Ayurvedic ingredient valued across generations.

🔹 Usage & Indication

• Traditionally used as a natural skincare and self-care ingredient
• Supports daily wellness rituals in Ayurveda
• Used externally as part of beauty and personal care routines
• May be used in lifestyle practices for mental relaxation
• Suitable for individuals preferring natural, plant-based wellness choices
• Use under Ayurvedic guidance for any internal usage

🔹 Description

In Ayurveda, wellness is closely connected to purity, balance, and nature-derived care. Chandan Churna, prepared from authentic Santalum album wood, has been valued in classical texts for its cooling, soothing, and aromatic properties. It has been used for centuries as part of traditional routines that emphasise care, calmness, and personal cleanliness.

In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, exposure to pollution, stress, and synthetic cosmetics has increased the demand for gentle, natural alternatives. Chandan Churna fits perfectly into this modern wellness mindset, offering a botanical option rooted in time-honoured tradition. Its fine texture makes it easy to blend into face packs, hair applications, and wellness rituals, creating a sensory experience that feels grounding and refreshing.

Traditionally, sandalwood powder is acknowledged in Ayurveda for its sheetala (cooling) quality. This makes it a welcome addition to seasonal skincare routines and personal care practices, especially during warmer months. The natural fragrance further enhances relaxation, making it popular in self-care routines like facials, ubtan blends, and herbal bathing powders.

Chandan Churna is also chosen by individuals who prefer herbal powders that align with a cleaner, more conscious lifestyle. Its simplicity — being made from a single natural ingredient — reflects Ayurveda’s emphasis on purity and transparency.

Whether used as part of your daily skincare or as a mindful wellness practice, Chandan Churna brings a natural connection to Ayurveda into your routine. It is an ideal choice for those who wish to explore herbal traditions while maintaining a modern approach to personal wellness.

🔹 Ingredients

• Santalum album (Chandan) – 100% Pure Powder

🔹 Importance of Ingredient

• Chandan (Santalum album): Traditionally recognised in Ayurveda for its cooling nature, calming aroma and supportive role in personal care and wellness routines.

🔹 Dosage

As directed by an Ayurvedic practitioner.
Generally, for internal use (if advised): 1–2 g once or twice daily with water, milk or honey.

🔹 How to Use

• Mix with rose water, plain water or milk for face application
• Use as part of hair pack blends if desired
• May be consumed internally only under professional guidance
• Can be included in wellness routines like ubtan or traditional herbal care

🔹 FAQs

Q1. Is this suitable for daily use?
Yes, it can be used regularly for external wellness routines.

Q2. Can it be taken internally?
Internal use should be done only under Ayurvedic supervision.

Q3. Is it chemical-free?
Yes, it contains only pure herbal powder.

Q4. Is it suitable for all skin types?
Most skin types tolerate it well. Patch testing is recommended.

Q5. Can it be used in hair packs?
Yes, it is commonly used in traditional hair care blends.

Q6. Does it contain artificial fragrance?
No, its aroma is naturally derived from sandalwood.

Q7. Can children use it?
External use may be considered with guidance.

Q8. Is it a cosmetic product?
It is an Ayurvedic herbal raw material traditionally used in wellness routines.

Q9. How long does one pack last?
Depends on frequency of use.

Q10. How should it be stored?
Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture.

🔹 Regional Names & Other Names

Language	Name
Hindi	चंदन चूर्ण
Sanskrit	चंदन चूर्णम्
Tamil	சந்தனத் தூள்
Telugu	చందనపు పొడి
Kannada	ಚಂದನ ಪುಡಿ
Malayalam	ചന്ദന പൊടി
Marathi	चंदन चूर्ण
Gujarati	ચંદન ચૂર્ણ
Punjabi	ਚੰਦਨ ਪਾਊਡਰ
Bengali	চন্দন গুঁড়ো

Other Names

✅ Sandalwood Powder
✅ White Chandan
✅ Safed Chandan
✅ Gandha Powder

🔹 Scientific Evidence & References

Modern research has explored the phytochemical profile of Santalum album, particularly its naturally occurring aromatic compounds and antioxidant content. Scientific studies indicate that sandalwood contains bioactive constituents that are associated with skin comfort, aromatic relaxation and antioxidant support.¹

Aromatherapy-based evaluations also suggest that sandalwood fragrance may be associated with a calming sensory response, supporting emotional wellness and relaxation when used as part of self-care routines.²

Research has additionally examined sandalwood for its natural antimicrobial and skin-supportive properties in laboratory environments, which aligns with its traditional usage in personal care applications.³

As with all wellness products, individual response may vary depending on lifestyle, constitution (Prakriti) and usage pattern. Ayurveda emphasises personalised guidance for optimal benefit.

References

1. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2010 — Study on phytochemical composition of Santalum album.
2. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2014 — Review on aromatic compounds and wellness response.
3. International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2012 — Laboratory evaluation of sandalwood extracts.

To explore traditional references and scientific studies, visit Google Scholar:
https://scholar.google.com/scholar?q=Santalum+album+Ayurveda+study