Indian sandalwood, known for its rich, grounding aroma and sacred heritage, is one of nature’s most treasured gifts. But behind its spiritual symbolism and therapeutic properties lies a lesser-known truth: this tree, once flourishing in the forests of India, is now endangered. Decades of overharvesting, illegal trade, and deforestation have pushed Santalum album to the brink in its native habitat.
For centuries, sandalwood has been at the heart of cultural ceremonies, healing practices, and spiritual traditions. Its value has only increased over time, making it a target for unlawful logging and black-market trading. Wild Indian sandalwood is now a protected species, and its natural populations have dwindled dramatically. The result? A growing global demand met not with ethical farming, but often with synthetic substitutes, diluted oils, or wood blends passed off as the real thing.
At AR78, we see this not as a roadblock—but as a call to action.
We believe that preserving sandalwood is about more than protecting a resource. It’s about honoring a legacy, empowering communities, and creating products that are truly in harmony with the Earth. That’s why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
Our Commitment to Sustainable Sourcing
We partner with certified sandalwood plantations that are committed to ethical growing practices. These plantations cultivate sandalwood trees under government-regulated permits, ensuring every tree is planted, nurtured, and harvested with long-term ecological health in mind.
Sandalwood trees take 15–20 years to mature, which means sustainability requires foresight, patience, and care. We only source heartwood from trees that have completed their natural growth cycle—never through shortcuts or harmful extraction methods.
Our artisans are trained to work with respect for the material and the environment, using traditional handcrafting methods that produce minimal waste and retain the purity of the wood.
Forest Stewardship and Local Empowerment
In addition to sustainable sourcing, AR78 is committed to forest regeneration and community support. For every batch harvested, we support replanting efforts to ensure that the balance between nature and use is maintained. We also work closely with local farmers and forest communities to promote economic sustainability, offering fair compensation and skill development opportunities.
Many of our artisans have inherited the craft through generations. By supporting them, we help preserve not only the forests but the cultural knowledge and heritage that surrounds sandalwood.
Transparency in Craftsmanship
From tree to temple, we want our customers to know exactly what goes into every stick, drop, and pinch of AR78 sandalwood. Our copper distillation process preserves the purity of sandalwood oil, while our fine-milling technique retains the bioactive compounds in our heartwood powder. We do not use fillers, synthetic oils, or artificial fragrance—because we believe nature needs no enhancement.
Each product is quality-tested and certified (ISO 9001:2015, FDA approved), ensuring that what you receive is not only authentic but ethically made and environmentally responsible.
Why It Matters
When you choose AR78, you aren’t just choosing luxury—you’re choosing conscious consumption. You’re supporting biodiversity, ethical forestry, and the livelihoods of people who depend on this ancient tradition. You’re standing up against the exploitation of sacred resources and embracing products that are rooted in integrity.
In a world where “natural” is often just a label, AR78 is a promise.
A promise that every pooja stick you light, every drop of oil you apply, and every ritual you perform is backed by a deep commitment to the planet, the people, and the power of purity.
This is sandalwood worth preserving. This is sandalwood with a soul.
