Styrax Benzoin (Benzoin Essential Oil)
A surprisingly lovely, warming essential oil, perfect for cold winter days. As it's December at the time of writing, I have had many uses for this wonderful oil already this month, particularly in the treatment room in gorgeous winter massage blends. Read on to discover information about this wonderful oil....
"Benzoin has Vanilla like top notes, with warm hints of Chocolate and a beautiful sweet molasses-like texture" - Naturally Thinking
Benefits
Soothing on the skin. Great for chapped, dry skin & dermatitis, helps maintain healthy skin tone
Reduces inflammation
Warms the heart and circulation (helps if you suffer from cold hands and feet)
A wonderful relief when feeling stressed or tense or emotionally exhausted.
Uplifting and warming
Supportive to the digestive system
Helps relieve symptoms of coughs, colds and sore throats
Fun fact
In ancient times they used this scent to drive away evil spirits.
Traditionally used as a comfort blanket when lonely, sad, depressed or bereaved.
Blends Well With
Sandalwood, rose, frankincense, cypress, juniper, lemon, orange, bergamot, violet leaf, jasmine, lavender, pine, petitgrain, spice oils.
Allergens
Benzyl benzoate, benzyl cinnamate (very low percentage)
Recipe Suggestion - Warming Winter Oil (for chapped, dry skin)
In 30ml base oil (you can use any, but I suggest sweet almond, jojoba, coconut, apricot kernel oil, grapeseed etc) add the following essential oils and mix well:
2 drops Benzoin (Styrax benzion)
1 drop violet leaf (Viola odorata)
3 drops bitter orange oil (Citrus aurantium)
After your shower/bath or before bed, massage the oil into relevant areas of the body (particularly useful for dry heels, elbows, hands).
Essential Oil Safety:
Always read the EO safety guidance which should accompany your purchased bottle
Always dilute before use (seek advice for recommended quantities)
Avoid contact with the eyes/mucous membranes
Do not use essential oils if pregnant without seeking advice
Do not use on children younger than 5 without seeking advice
Use lower dilutions for children/elderly
Ensure pets can leave the room if diffusing essential oils (they might not like the aroma as much as you do)
Keep out of reach of children and pets
If you have any medical conditions seek advice
Never ingest
Stop use immediately if you experience a reaction - inform your therapist and seek medical advice
If you are asthmatic or have any other lung condition, test your body response by smelling the caps of each oil before using to ensure the oils do not cause sensitivity.
Caution/low dilution if you have sensitive skin. Do not use on young children.
References:
"Essential Oil Safety" by Robert Tisserand - E-book published by Elsevier Health Sciences
"The Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils" by Julia Lawless - Updated Edition (2014) published by Harper Thorsons
"The Introductory Guide to Aromatherapy" by Louise Tucker (Revised Edition) published by EMS Publishing
Naturally Thinking - https://naturallythinking.com/benzoin-essential-oil (accessed 12/12/2023)
Base Formula - https://www.baseformula.com/benzoin-50-dilution (accessed 12/12/2023)
Get in touch if you'd like to smell any of the oils in my collection, create a bespoke blend, or book an Aromatherapy massage, hot stone treatment, or holistic facial.
Medical Disclaimer - The above information is intended for educational purposes only, and is not to be taken as an endorsement or replacement for any particular medical health treatment. Please check with your health provider before embarking on any type of herbal treatment.
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