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Benzoin Resin Incense
Benzoin incense or benzoin resin incense are known for their unique and sweet vanilla-like aroma and fragrance apart from their lots of medicianl properties. Benzoin incense are also called as benzoin resin incense and benzoin gum incense. Benzoin is an aromatic resin, which is procured from the bark of trees belong to the Stryracaceae family. Known also as gum benzoin, luban jawi, Benjamin or Styrax benzoin, this resin is extensively used as an intermediate and fixative in the productionperfumes, incense, and medicine. The benzoin tree is a fast growing tree and is native to the warm tropical climates of the far east. Once the trees are seven to eight years old, the trunks are either slashed or bored to let the grayish sap exude and is later collected after they become hard and brittle. These resins are then processed further to produce benzoin oil or tincture of benzoin.
Benzoin oil has a rich, warm, vanilla-like aroma, which is somewhat woody in nature, and golden brown in color, with a molasses-like viscosity. This essential oil is known to uplift and induce a calming effect on the mind and is an efficacious anti-depressant, relaxant and sedative.
Chemical Composition
Benzoin oil's main chemical components are benzoic, cinnamic acids, benzyl benzoate, benzoic aldehyde, coniferyl benzoate and vanillin (which yield the characteristic vanilla essence).
Medical Properties
Anti depressant & Cordial : As discussed earlier, benzoin oil raises spirit and uplifts mood. Henceforth, it is used in incense sticks and other such substances to relieve stress and sooth the nerves. It also stimulates the heart, boosts blood circulation and and eases respiratory problems.
Relaxant and Sedative : Benzoin oil balances the nervous system and neurotic system and thereby relieves anxiety, tension, nervousness and stress. It also posses some tranquilizing effects so it is best to refrain from its use when concentration is needed.
Antiseptic & Disinfectant : Benzoin oil has been used as a potent antiseptic and disinfectant since ancient times. This is because the oil contains Benzaldehyde, Benzoic Acid and Benzyl Benzoate, which posses very effectual germicidal, bactericidal, fungicidal and anti viral properties. Remedies made from the benzoin gum can be used for dressing fresh wounds and skin problems.
Diuretic : It acts as a natural water pill by promoting the rate of urination, thereby enhancing the excretion of toxic substances from the body. The process also helps in lowering blood pressure, losing weight and improving digestion.
Carminative & Anti flatulent : Benzoin oil helps removal of gases from the stomach and the intestines by unlaxing the muscular tension in the abdominal area. This helps digestion and improves appetite.
Astringent : It has astringent properties which tones up the muscles and boosts the skin's elasticity. It can also be used as a mouthwash, mixed with water, which help to tighten the gums.
Expectorant : Benzoin Oil is often used in balms, rubs and vaporizers due to its expectorant properties. being warm and disinfectant in nature, behaves as a good expectorant. It is known to facilitate breathing by removing cough from the respiratory system and relieves congestion.
Anti inflammatory : It is anti inflammatory in nature and soothes inflammation in cases of pox, measles, rashes and eruptions and others. It also helps soothe inflammation of the digestive system caused due to ingestion of excess of spicy food.
Other Benefits : It is the one of the best known applications for prevention and healing of cracked skin, sores etc. It also helps in reducing blood sugar level and regulate other metabolic functions. It is also used as an oral mucosal protectant, for recurring canker sores, fever blisters.
Blending : Benzoin oil goes particularly well with bergamot, coriander, frankincense, juniper, lavender, lemon, myrrh, orange, petitgrain, rose and sandalwood.
Due to these medicinal properties, the benzoine incense and benzoine incense sticks are also used in aromatherapy. Contact us to buy or for more information on benzoin incense, benzoin incense sticks, benzoin resin incense sticks, benzoin gum incense sticks, and other benzoin incense products.
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