BENZOE Essential Oil

The essential oil of benzoe is obtained by extraction of the resin with alcohol or benzole. The tree bark is split to release resin. Benzoe oil’s fragrance is pleasant, like vanilla and chocolate. Its effects are comforting, calming, balancing, and gently sensuous. It may benefit nervous conditions, depression, PMS, irritability, or stress. It cushions irritated nerves.

It is excellent for use in perfumes. Benzoin, a natural fixative, mixes well with iris, rose, and geranium. It has antiseptic, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Benzoe oil has been recommended for use as an inhalant or in an aroma lamp for throat infection, coughs, bronchitis, and asthma.
This well known beauty treatment cleanses the skin and protects its elasticity. It is good for dry, rough, and irritated skin. Wounds heal faster and hardened scar tissue softens with repeated application. When added to cosmetic preparations the essential oil extends their shelf life.

Benzoe Siam comes from Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, and Benzoe Sumatra comes from Sumatra. The benzoe tree grows up to 70 feet high.

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