Buddha Wood Essential Oil

Buddha wood essential oil is often used in place of sandalwood oil during meditation. Sometimes known as ‘Australian Desert Rosewood’, its base note aroma is commonly found in male fragrances.

Buddha wood essential oil uses

Buddha wood has a balsamic, smoky scent with hints of rose, and it’s widely used in the creation of cologne and scents for men. It’s commonly chosen as an alternative personal fragrance to sandalwood, although it’s far more rare than sandalwood essential oil.

It may be a little pricier than other essential oils, but buddha wood is packed with goodness for the mind, body, and spirit. Thanks to its ability to stabilise our thoughts and help us remain in the present moment, it’s a favourite oil in meditation recipes. Buddha wood oil blends particularly well with jasmine, lavender, patchouli, bergamot, rose geranium and of course, sandalwood.

Buddha wood essential oil benefits

Let’s talk about buddha wood’s benefits. Overall, this smoky scent seems to have a calming effect on both sexes. That means it’s ideal for diffusing when you need to take some time out, or why not add it to a massage blend to help still the mind?

Many men mix a drop or two with their usual haircare products to enjoy the relaxing effects of the fragrance as they go about their day.

Buddha wood essential oil is also thought to help boost the immune system, reduce anxiety, and combat feelings of depression. Add a few drops to your home diffuser when you’re in need of some indulgence to ease your cares.

Buddha wood essential oil facts

Botanical name	Eremophila mitchellii
Plant part	Wood
Extraction method	Steam distilled
Country of origin	Australia
Strength of aroma	Medium
Aromatic scent	A deep, woody aroma