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Benzoin Essential Oil
Styrax tonkinensis

Aromatherapy- Benzoin Essential Oil
 

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Properties

Benzoin oil has a sweet, warm and vanilla-like aroma and is golden brown in color and has a treacle-like viscosity.

Origin
The Benzoin tree is from Java, Sumatra and Thailand.
Extraction

Benzoin oil is extracted from the resin of a seven years and older tree by solvent extraction. It yields 65-85% oil.

Chemical composition
Benzoic Acid, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Vanillin and Coniferyl benzoate.
Therapeutic properties

The therapeutic properties of Benzoin oil include the following; antiseptic, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, deodorant, diuretic, expectorant, sedative and vulnerary.

Uses

Benzoin oil can be used for :-

  1. bronchitis
  2. coughs
  3. colds
  4. wounds
  5. acne
  6. eczema
  7. psoriasis
  8. rheumatism
  9. arthritis, scar tissue
  10. circulation
  11. nervous tension
  12. stress
  13. muscle pains
  14. chilblains
  15. rashes
  16. mouth ulcers
Precautions
  • When concentration is needed, Benzoin is best avoided for it can have a relaxing effect.
Blends with
Bergamot, Coriander, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Myrrh, Orange, Petitgrain, Rose and Sandalwood.
         
 

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