Agarwood (Oud) CO2 vs Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu)
Agarwood (Oud) CO2 and Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) are both woody essential oils. Agarwood (Oud) CO2 carries a base note (deep, woody), while Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) sits as a base note (soft, woody). For topical use, Agarwood (Oud) CO2 tops out at 2%, while Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) tops out at 10%; everyday blends stay around 1–3%.
Agarwood (Oud) CO2 vs Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) at a glance
| Attribute | Agarwood (Oud) CO2 | Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) |
|---|---|---|
| Latin name | Aquilaria crassna | Santalum austrocaledonicum |
| Aroma family | Woody | Woody |
| Perfumery note | Base | Base |
| Aroma | deep, woody, balsamic, smoky, complex | soft, woody, creamy, nutty |
| Chemical family | Sesquiterpene | Sesquiterpenol |
| Max topical dilution | 2% | 10% |
| Max facial dilution | 1% | 5% |
| Pregnancy | Not recommended | No specific caution recorded |
| Children | Not recommended | Generally suitable (well diluted) |
| Pets | Generally suitable (well diluted) | Generally suitable (well diluted) |
| Extraction | Co2 extraction | Steam distillation |
Which should you choose?
Agarwood (Oud) CO2 leans deep, woody, while Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) leans soft, woody — pick whichever aroma you want to lead the blend. For leave-on or sensitive-skin use, note that Agarwood (Oud) CO2 needs the tighter 2% topical limit. On safety, Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) is the safer choice around pregnancy (Agarwood (Oud) CO2 is best avoided); Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) is the safer choice around children (Agarwood (Oud) CO2 is best avoided). Always patch-test and dilute.
Work out exact drops with the dilution calculator for your bottle size.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Agarwood (Oud) CO2 and Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu)?
Agarwood (Oud) CO2 and Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) are both woody essential oils. Agarwood (Oud) CO2 carries a base note (deep, woody), while Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) sits as a base note (soft, woody). For topical use, Agarwood (Oud) CO2 tops out at 2%, while Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) tops out at 10%; everyday blends stay around 1–3%.
Can you blend Agarwood (Oud) CO2 and Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) together?
They can be combined, but Agarwood (Oud) CO2 and Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) aren't a classic pairing — start with small amounts and adjust to taste.
Which is better during pregnancy, Agarwood (Oud) CO2 or Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu)?
Agarwood (Oud) CO2 carries a pregnancy caution in our dataset and Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) does not — which makes Sandalwood (Pacific/Vanuatu) the less cautioned of the two, not one that is established as safe. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.