Benzoin
Styrax Benzoin
Description:
A large tropical tree up to 66ft/20m high, with hard shelled fruit. When cut, the trunk exudes balsamic resin.
Actions:
Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, astringent, carminative, cordial, deodorant, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, styptic, vulnerary
Extraction:
Benzoin resinoid, or resin absolute is prepared from the crude benzoin using solvents such as benzene and alcohol, which are then removed. Commercial benzoin is usually sold dissolved in ethyl glycol or similar solvent.
Characteristics:
Benzoin resinoid is an orange-brown viscous mass with an intensely rich, sweet-balsamic, odour. It blends well with sandalwood, rose, jasmine, frankincense, myrrh, cypress, juniper, lemon, coriander and other spice oils.
Perfume:
Scent:
Sweet, balsamic, vanilla like resinous, rich, intense. Acts as a fixative and preservative
Key Qualities:
Warming, energising, uplifting, comforting, purifying, elevating, stimulant, soothing, antidepressant
Odour Intensity:
Medium
Aromatherapy Use:
Skin Care:
Cuts, chapped skin, inflamed and irritated conditions
Circulation, Muscles & Joints:
arthritis, gout, poor circulation, rheumatism
Respiratory System:
Asthma, bronchitis, chills, colic, coughs, flu, laryngitis
Nervous System:
Nervous tension, and general stress related problems
Safety Data:
Nontoxic, nonirritant, but can cause possible sensitisation, due to the solvents used. WARNING: Do not use on babies.
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The treatments listed on this site relies on alternative healing with essential oils, and please note that no clinical trials or results are available and rests heavily on anecdotal proof.
