🌳 Product Name: Senjanthanam
🔍 Names in Different Languages:
Language | Name |
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Botanical Name | Pterocarpus santalinus |
English | Red Sandalwood / Red Sanders Wood |
Tamil | செஞ்சந்தனம் (Senjanthanam) |
Hindi | लाल चंदन (Lal Chandan) |
Malayalam | രക്തചന്ദനം (Rakthachandanam) |
Telugu | రక్తచందనం (Raktha Chandanam) |
Kannada | ರಕ್ತಚಂದನ (Raktha Chandana) |
Sanskrit | Raktachandana |
📦 Product Description:
Senjanthanam (Red Sandalwood) is the heartwood of the Red Sanders tree, known for its deep red color, cooling properties, and medicinal value. Unlike white sandalwood (Santalum album), red sandalwood has no strong fragrance, but is widely used in Siddha, Ayurveda, and cosmetic applications for its astringent, anti-inflammatory, and detoxifying properties.
It is also considered sacred and purifying in many South Indian rituals.
✅ Health Benefits of Senjanthanam:
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Skin Care:
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Used in face packs to reduce acne, pimples, scars, and pigmentation.
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Soothes inflammation and sunburn.
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Cooling Effect:
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Has a natural cooling property for the body, especially during summer.
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Blood Purification:
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Used internally in small doses to purify the blood and treat skin diseases.
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Astringent and Healing:
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Helps in healing wounds, boils, and ulcers.
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Treats Diarrhea and Inflammation:
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In Ayurveda, used for gastrointestinal issues and internal inflammation.
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Used in Rituals and Sacred Pooja:
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Powder is mixed with water or oil and applied during religious ceremonies for purity and protection.
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⚠️ Precautions:
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For external use, generally safe.
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Internal use should be guided by a qualified practitioner; excessive intake may affect digestion.
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Not to be confused with white sandalwood, which has aromatic properties.
🍽️ How to Use:
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Face Pack: Mix red sandalwood powder with rose water or milk and apply to face for 10–15 mins.
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Paste: Can be mixed with aloe vera, turmeric, or neem for skin infections.
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Decoction (with guidance): Used in traditional formulations for detox and fever.
📦 Available Forms:
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Senjanthanam Stick (for rubbing)
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