Benzoin Resinoid 100% Pure Essential Oil 10 ml
Also known as Gum Benjamin, Benzoin is one of the classic ingredients of incense, and in ancient times it was used as a fumigator. It is the primary ingredient in Friar's Balsam, and was medicinally used to paint sore throats and mouth ulcers. In cosmetic use, it was the additive to rosewater for the centuries-old facial cleanser and toner known as Virgin's Milk, and the ladies of the Royal House of Windsor attributed their beautiful complexions to the use of Friar's Balsam in freshly made barley water.
GENERAL PROPERTIES:
• anti-inflammatory
• anti-rheumatic
• antiseptic
• astringent
• carminative
• deodorant
• diuretic
• expectorant
• sedative
• stimulant
• stomachic
• tonic
• vulnerary
Botanical Name: Styrax benzoin
Family Name: Stryracaceae
Country of Origin: India
Part of Plant Used: Resin
Method of Extraction: Solvent extraction with benzyl benzoate
Scent: Yellow, Brownish-red color with warm, thick, vanilla-like aroma
Source: It is originated in Laos and Vietnam, but known grows in an around Malaysia, Java and Sumatra. It grows to a height of about 8 meters (20 feet). The leaves are oval and hairy: the flowers are fleshy, greenish yellow in color and slightly balsamic. Deep incisions are made in the trunk of the tree from which the grayish color sap exudes. When the resinous lump becomes hard and brittle, it is collected from the bark.
Where Cultivated: It is native to Java, Sumatra and Thailand.
BASE NOTE: A rich, lingering aroma that develops slowly on the skin; acts as a grounding element for lighter notes that may dissipate quickly.
DESCRIPTION:
The main constituent of Benzoin Essential Oil is benzoic acid, which has properties that are antiseptic, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, deodorant, diuretic and expectorant. The sweet resin is widely used as a fixative in perfumes but has also been used medicinally for respiratory ailments, and skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis.
The Benzoin absolute oil is an essential oil extracted from fine Benzoin resin by use of alcohol or solvent extraction method. It can easily blend with essential oils and has properties that helps in soothing, stimulating, comforting the body muscles as well as has warming and aphrodisiac, uplifting, elevating properties. This absolute has various therapeutic properties and is useful for arthritis, bronchitis, chapped skin, coughing, laryngitis, stress. It has the reputation of having anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, anti-oxidant, expectorant and diuretic properties. Benzoin absolute is reputed to have antiseptic, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, deodorant, diuretic and expectorant properties. Benzoin is widely used as a fixative in perfumes. It can also be used for assisting with respiratory ailments, and skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis.
It blends well with cardamom, frankincense, myrrh, myrtle, neroli, orange sweet, petitgrain, and sandalwood.
DIRECTIONS:
We would recommend placing the bottle in a very hot water bath, changing the water frequently and once it is back to the liquid state be sure to shake before use.
CAUTIONS:
Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. If swallowed, seek urgent care/call poison control. Do not use undiluted. Avoid eyes and mucous membranes; if contact occurs, rinse with vegetable oil. Do not use if pregnant/breastfeeding or on sensitive/inflamed skin or dermatitis. If allergic reaction occurs, stop use and call a health care practitioner. For prolonged use, consult a health care practitioner.
SPECIFIC CAUTIONS:
Benzoin is a non-toxic and non-irritant, but a mild sensitizer and should be avoided if you have sensitive or allergy-prone skin. Avoid during pregnancy. Is a well-documented sensitizer. Use with caution, especially in the bath.
IMPORTANT: All True Aroma Living (TAL) products are for external use only unless otherwise indicated. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and it should not be used by anyone who is pregnant or under the care of a medical practitioner. Please refer to our policies for further details, and our disclaimer below.