Botanical Name: Styrax benzoin is a resin derived from the bark of certain trees belonging to the Styrax genus. Plant Family Styracaceae
 
Aromatic Description: Styrax Benzoin Absolute is a resin extract derived from the Styrax benzoin tree native to Southeast Asia. When injured, the tree exudes a resin from its trunk, which is harvested and processed to produce the absolute.
 
Styrax Benzoin Absolute Essential Oil is derived from the resin of the Styrax benzoin tree, a species native to Southeast Asia, particularly in regions like Sumatra, Laos, and Thailand. This oil is obtained through solvent extraction of the resin, which is collected by making incisions in the tree's bark. The resulting absolute has a warm, sweet, balsamic aroma with rich undertones of vanilla and subtle earthy notes. Its scent is comforting and grounding, often used to calm emotional distress and promote a sense of peace and security.
 
In aromatherapy, Styrax Benzoin is symbolically associated with purification, emotional healing, and spiritual protection. It has a long history of use in sacred rituals and incense-making, where its aromatic qualities were believed to dispel negativity and bring emotional clarity. This symbolic use is mirrored in its therapeutic effects—its soothing aroma helps reduce stress, anxiety, and nervous tension while uplifting the mood during sadness or emotional fatigue.
 
Chemically, Styrax Benzoin contains constituents such as benzoic acid, cinnamic acid, vanillin, and various acetate esters. These components contribute to its sweet scent and antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and expectorant properties. When applied topically (properly diluted), it helps heal dry, cracked, or irritated skin and promotes regeneration. Its antiseptic nature benefits it in treating minor wounds or skin infections, while its anti-inflammatory effects soothe conditions like eczema or dermatitis.
 
Styrax Benzoin is widely used in aromatherapy, massage therapy, skin care, and cosmetic formulations. It is a popular ingredient in natural perfumes, healing balms, and stress-relief blends. It works well in combination with a variety of essential oils, blending harmoniously with citrus oils like orange and bergamot for an uplifting effect; florals like rose and lavender for calm and balance; and other resins or woods like frankincense, sandalwood, and patchouli for spiritual or meditative purposes. Whether diffused in the air, added to a carrier oil for massage, or used in skincare, Styrax Benzoin brings warmth, serenity, and emotional stability to both body and mind.
 
 
Emotionally, Styrax Benzoin Absolute is calming and grounding. In Chakra work, it is recommended to use this oil with the Root Chakra. Benzoin essential oil has an excellent soothing and uplifting effect on the mind, helping to comfort a bitter and solitary mind while boosting circulation and alleviating respiratory disorders. It is used as a fixative in perfumes. Perfumes containing benzoin: Bois des Iles by Chanel, Habanita by Molinard, Opium by YSL, L'Eau by Diptyque, Serge Noire by Lutens, Terre by Hermès and many others.
 
Extraction Method: Solvent Extracted