Benzoin styrax

Benzoin styrax is a rich, resin-derived aromatic known for its warm, sweet, vanilla-like scent and its long history in perfumery and incense. Its thick, golden-brown consistency and naturally lingering aroma make it particularly valued as a base note and fixative in fragrance blends.

Traditionally sourced from trees grown across regions of Asia, benzoin resin is collected by making careful incisions in the bark, allowing the sap to exude and harden before harvesting.

Formulation Notes

Benzoin is a gum resin and naturally quite thick, which can make it more difficult to work with on its own. It blends more easily when first combined with thinner essential oils before being incorporated into your final formulation.

It is commonly used to help anchor and extend the scent of lighter, more volatile oils.

Common name: Benzoin Styrax Essential Oil

INCI: Styrax benzoin
Certification: Conventional
Appearance: Golden brown viscous liquid, very thick but pourable
Odour: Sweet, warm, and vanilla-like
Plant Part Used: Resin
Extraction Method: Solvent extracted
Purity: 100%
Origin: India
Solubility: Oil and alcohol
Usage Rate: Skincare: 0.1 - 1%, Soapmaking: 1 - 3%
Note: Base
Blends Well With: Frankincense, myrrh, sandalwood, cedarwood, vetiver, patchouli, and oils from the citrus family
Vegan: Yes
Palm Oil: No
Animal Tested: No

Safety

Benzoin should always be diluted before use on the skin. Avoid use during pregnancy. May be irritating to sensitive skin and is not recommended for individuals prone to epileptic seizures.

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