【Guardian of Simple Wood】Natural Indian Aged Sandalwood 108 Beads with Hetian Jade Accents Mala Prayer Bracelet

**Guardian of Simple Wood** Though wood, it blooms as if with flowers, Its gentle fragrance graces homes. **The Crafting Process** We've selected 108 beads of natural, aged Indian Sandalwood as the core of this mala prayer bracelet. Aged Sandalwood carries its own natural aroma, a subtle, milky fragrance that is both soft and lingering. The fine texture and unique grain patterns of the aged Sandalwood beads lend an understated, introspective elegance. Its distinctive scent offers warmth and comfort. Accompanying this are a carved Guru bead from Hetian Jade (Qinghai material) and older-style Hetian Jade beads in a complementary hue. The natural warmth of the wood, enhanced by the addition of Hetian Jade elements, imbues the bracelet with a serene and refined beauty. The overall color palette of the bracelet is understated and elegant, with auspicious meanings in its adornments. A piece to find your connection. **Specifications** Aged Sandalwood Round Beads: 6mm Hetian Jade Guru Bead: 16x9x7mm Hetian Jade Older-Style Beads: 8x7mm 925 Silver Spacer Beads: 5mm **Caring for Aged Sandalwood** 1. To begin playing with your Sandalwood bracelet, use a soft cotton cloth or wear cotton gloves. Rub the beads gently for about a week. This serves as an initial polishing. 2. Leave the bracelet to rest naturally for about a week. This allows the beads to dry while their surfaces evenly interact with the air, forming a fine, uniform protective layer through oxidation. Be mindful to avoid high temperatures and direct sunlight. 3. Continue to play with the beads using gauze or cotton gloves for about 20-30 minutes daily. After 1-2 weeks, you may notice a slight tackiness (they won't feel as smooth, but a bit sticky to the touch). This indicates that a thin layer of patina has formed on the beads. 4. After this, allow the bracelet to rest again for a period, undergoing natural drying. This also helps the patina to harden to a certain degree, typically lasting about a week. 5. Repeat the above steps. In approximately three to five months, you will observe a lustrous sheen in the color of the beads. Aged Sandalwood requires careful maintenance. It should not come into contact with any liquids, as this can cause it to lose its luster. When wearing, please avoid smoking and spraying perfume on the hand wearing the bracelet, as this will affect the natural fragrance of the beads themselves. **Notes** A pair of cotton gloves will be included with your purchase.