Botanical Name: Styrax benzoin
Plant Part: Resin
Extraction: Solvent extraction
Origin: India

Description: Benzoin tree is native to South East Asia and grows to 8 meters (20 feet) in height. Resin is extracted by making deep incisions in the tree. The resin is then collected once it becomes hard and brittle. Benzoin Essential Oil is then extracted from the hard resin using solvent extraction.

Color: Golden brown

Common Uses: Benzoin Oil is used as an antiseptic, anti-depressant, diuretic, expectorant, sedative and vulnerary. Benzoin is used as an essential oil as well as a fixative in perfumes. Benzoin essential oil can also be used for bronchitis, coughs, psoriasis, rheumatism, arthritis, scar tissue, circulation, chilblains, rashes and mouth ulcers.

Blends well with: Benzoin essential oil blends well with Bergamot, Coriander, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Myrrh, Orange, Petitgrain, Rose and Sandalwood.

Aromatic Scent: Benzoin oil has a sweet, warm and vanilla-like aroma.

Disclaimer:
Please note, Oilvedic does not recommend Benzoin Essential Oil be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor certified in clinical Aromatherapy