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Note: This oil is amazing! However, the oil is resinous; therefore it cannot be used in a water diffuser since the oil cannot be mixed. Do not use it in a waterless diffuser since the resin will harden when the oil is evaporated. We recommend using an essential oil burner we have available in our store. Since the oil is really thick, prior to use remove the dropper on the bottle since it will not go through. We ship with the dropper for proper sealing.

Ingredient

• Benzoin Resinoid

Botanical Name

• Styrax Benzoin

Origin

• India

Parts Used

• Resin

Extraction Method

• Solvent Extraction with benzyl benzoate

Main Constituents

• Benzyl Benzoate: 77.1%

• Cinnamic Acid: 9.4%

• Alpha-Pinene: 3.6%

• Benzoic Acid: 2.9%

• Delta3-Carene: 1.0%

Description of Color, and Consistency

• This resin is a thick brown, viscous liquid.

Note

• Base Note

Precaution and Safety

• Non-toxic. Those with highly sensitive skin or those prone to allergic skin reactions are advised to carry out a skin patch test.

Therapeutic Properties

You can find our aromatherapy glossary here for the terms below.

• Antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, carminative, expectorant, pectoral, vulnerary, anti-oxidant, astringent, diuretic, sedative.

Aromatherapy/Home use

• Might help alleviate the following: Cattarh, bronchitis, coughs, asthma, cold, scar tissue, nervous tension, stress, emotional crisis.

Aroma

• Warm, balsamic, vanilla-like aroma.

Solubility

• Fully soluble in alcohols, partially soluble in oils and glycerol.

Blends Well With

• Bay Laurel, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Chamomile German, Coriander Seed, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Mastic, May Chang, Myrrh, Myrtle, Niaouli, Nutmeg, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Petitgrain Rose Absolute, Sandalwood, Tuberose, Vanilla, Ylang Ylang.

Product Abstract

• The Benzoin tree originates in Java, Sumatra and Thailand where it can grow up to 8 meters (20 feet) with pale green citrus-like leaves, whitish underneath, bearing hardshelled flattish fruit about the size of nutmeg. Deep incisions are made in the trunk of the tree from which the grayish-colored sap exudes. When the resinous lump becomes hard and brittle, it is collected from the bark. It is then cleaned and processed by solvent extraction to produce the thick, resinous oil. Also known as Gum Benjamin, Benzoin is has been used for thousands of years in the east as a medicine and incense, also used in temples; the fumigations were believed to drive away evil spirits, and widely used in perfumery. We recommend placing the bottle in a very hot water bath, and once it is back to the liquid state, gently agitate before use.

The information included in this page has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and is not intended to diagnose, cure or threat any diseases. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care consult your physician prior using essential oils, and are not for internal use. Keep away from children and pets.