Our Benzoin Essential Oil is 100% pure and natural. We do not add chemical or synthetic fillers to our essential oils.
Benzoin is extremely thick and sticky. It is a tree resin. To thin the oil you can warm the bottle in a bowl of hot water.
Botanical Name: Styrax benzoin
Plant Part: Resin
Processing Method: Solvent Extraction
Country of Origin: India
Benzoin Essential Oil blends well with: Amber, Bergamot, Coriander, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Myrrh, Orange, Patchouli, and Rose.
Aromatic Notes: Rich, warm, slightly woody, creamy vanilla resinous scent.
Safety Concerns: Skin sensitization. Maximum dermal usage level: 2%. (Tisserand and Young (2014) Essential Oil Safety, Second Edition. United Kingdom: Churchill Livingston Elsevier)
The International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally, unless under the supervision of a Licensed Physician, who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. In addition, Essential Oils must be properly diluted with some type of carrier oil before use in order to avoid injury or bodily harm.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
