Description: Benzoin is derived from a resin. The Benzoin tree (Styrax benzoin) is from Java, Sumatra and Thailand. It grows up to 8 meters (20 feet) in height, and it is extracted when deep incisions are made in the trunk of the tree. The grayish colour sap exudes and when it becomes hard and brittle, it is collected from the bark. Benzoin tincture has a characteristic sweet, balsamic, vanilla like scent.
Benzoin tincture is for external use only, and is suitable as a mild stimulant and as an antiseptic. This comes in a dripulator bottle for your convenience and we have filtered it to minimise the sediment that arrives in the product we receive.
Benzoin tincture is a wonder product in natural cosmetics. It's properties are antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, deodorising, and more.
Get ready to be creative, because here is a recipe to make a natural soothing aftershave using benzoin tincture. Enjoy!
CITRUS AFTERSHAVE
50ml alcohol (vodka is a suitable alcohol to use)
50ml floral water of clove (distilled water is also suitable)
20 drops lime essential oil
10 drops orange essential oil
5 drops French lavender
5 drops patchouli
10 drops bay oil
1 tsp. Benzoin tincture.
Instructions:
Add the essential oil blend to alcohol base, and allow the oils to disperse. Add this to the floral water, and then finally mix in the tincture of benzoin. Witch hazel can also be added to this aftershave. Allow this to mature for 2 weeks, then pour into a dark bottle and attach an atomizer.
This product was added to our catalog on Monday 03 April, 2006.
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