Woody

Mysore Sandalwood

Note Profile

Botanical 51 perfumes

About

Indian sandalwood, premium

Scent Profile

Mysore sandalwood has a creamy, warm, and milky-woody scent with soft, balsamic undertones and a subtle sweetness. Its aroma evolves to reveal hints of spice and a persistent, velvety smoothness. The scent is renowned for its depth, longevity, and gentle diffusion.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeBase · ~36h lasting

Family Woody & Earthy, Sweet & Gourmand

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What this is made of

Sandalwood extract (Santalum album L.)

A natural extract

CAS 8006-87-9

Mysore sandalwood is Santalum album from the Mysore region - a provenance qualifier on the species, not a different species. Linked to the S. album row rather than the Australian (S. spicatum) one, which is a genuinely different material.

Declarable allergen: Named in EU Annex III as Santalum Album Oil products must list this name above a set concentration

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Why that matters

A perfume that names Mysore Sandalwood can use a different extract, a reformulated version, or a synthetic reconstruction. It can also hold less than the amount that requires a declaration. We cannot tell which applies. These rows cover only the substances we hold a link for.

How the layers join

Origin

This ingredient is derived from the heartwood of Santalum album trees grown in the Mysore region of southern India. Traditional extraction uses steam distillation, and the oil is highly regulated due to overharvesting and conservation efforts.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use Mysore sandalwood primarily as a base note, valued for its fixative properties and ability to impart richness and longevity. It blends harmoniously with florals, spices, and resins, anchoring both oriental and woody compositions.