Styrax Benzoin Oil Resin

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The History of Benzoin  

The Styrax benzoin tree is native to tropical regions and can grow to be up to 50 feet tall. While the tree has distinctive leaves, pretty white flowers, and large seeds, the essential oil is derived from the resin of the tree and has a sweet, warm, balsamic vanilla-like aroma

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Benzoin made its way to England in the 15th century. Brought over by spice traders, the benzoin was ground into powder and used in perfumes worn by Queen Elizabeth I. Soon, the “incense from Java,” as it was called, began to be used therapeutically.

 

Nostradamus, a Frenchman famous for prophesying the future, classified benzoin as a tonic for skin infections in 1556.

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Improves Appearance of Skin

This oil can also prevent moisture loss, keeping your complexion looking healthy and hydrated. Additionally, some components of benzoin oil increase the elasticity of the skin to maintain a youthful appearance.

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Additionally, benzoin oil is also known to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles because of its astringent properties. The oil works to tighten and lift the skin, making it appear younger.

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Benzoin oil offers dual benefits for the skin, not only is it a great addition to your daily skincare routine, but it can remedy skin conditions should the need occur.

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Styrax benzoin resin is antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory and those properties make it a useful natural treatment for various skin complaints such as dry skin, rashes, eczema and swelling. It also may prevent and heal cracking of skin.

 

Due to its soothing and healing abilities, benzoin oil can speed up the healing process for painful and often unsightly sunburns. 

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Benzoin essential oil has astringent properties, which makes it highly effective as a toner. The oil can reduce the size and appearance of pores while cleaning the skin and ridding it of harmful microbes.

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