Benzoin

Styrax benzoin Dryand.

(0)

Our Benzoin has a rich, intensely sweet, warm, powdery, balsamic, vanilla-like aroma, with a subtle spicy/cinnamon-like undertone. It is an effective fixative for the middle notes of perfume compositions,

Size

Selected size SKU:117-3 - Benzoin Sample (1 ml)

Sample 3 grams (0.10 oz)
$ 3.00
$3.00
Details
Solubility & Blending Suggestions
Suggested Resources
Safety Considerations
Certificates of Analysis (COA)
Documentation

Product Overview

Our Benzoin has a rich, intensely sweet, warm, powdery, balsamic, vanilla-like aroma, with a subtle spicy/cinnamon-like undertone. It is an effective fixative for the middle notes of perfume compositions, soaps, cosmetics and toiletries,[1],[2] while the raw material is used extensively in the manufacture of incense.[3] It is worthwhile to note that the addition of too much Benzoin can suppress the odor of other aromatic ingredients.[4] 'Sweet, but not sugary', 'rich but not heavy' are the reasons why perfumers prize Benzoin.[5] Please be aware that because this product is diluted with ethanol, it is not soluble in fixed (carrier/vegetal) oils or in fixed oil-based products.

Benzoin is a resinous tree in the Styracaceae family. The genus Styrax contains about 130 species of trees and shrubs occurring in tropical to temperate climates with three main areas of distribution: southeastern Asia, southeastern North America to South America, and a single species in the Mediterranean.

To harvest Benzoin resin, farmers climb up to a height of 30 feet using rope ladders where an incision is made in the bark to make it 'weep' (release) the gum. After about ten weeks this exudate forms 'tears'. Apparently simple, but physically demanding, this is a skilled technique that will soon be lost, especially as synthetic chemicals replace real Benzoin. When 7-10 years old, one tree can provide an average of up to 0.5 kilo of resin per year. As it is, the yield is very low - 1.2 kilos of tears make 1 kilo of Benzoin resinoid.[6]

PLEASE NOTE: Benzoin dilution in ethanol (30% ethanol, 70% Benzoin resin) is not soluble in fixed (carrier/vegetal) oils.

1 Lawless, Julia. The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, 2013, p. 48.

2 Williams, David G. Perfumes of Yesterday, 2004, p. 9.

3 Arctander, Steffen. Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, 1960, p. 89.

4 Curtis, Tony and David G. Williams. An Introduction to Perfumery, 2nd ed., 2009, p. 242.

5 Industry communication.

6 Naturals Compendium, International Flavors & Fragrances, 2009, p.24.

Blends Well With

No review yet

0%
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
0
0%
0
You need to be logged in to submit a review
logo

2025-07-25

The Secret’s in the Seed: Meet Our New Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil

Moisturizing, emollient, and packed with skin-loving nutrients, Pumpkin Seed Oil is one of those under-the-radar ingredients that quietly does it all. We're thrilled to introduce our organic, cold-pressed, and unrefined version that you’ll love formulating with!

logo

2025-07-18

Stay Cool: Tips to Keeping Your Oils Safe When Temperatures Soar

 It’s the peak of summer, and you’re about to restock your oils or receive an order. Naturally, you might wonder: will the heat affect the quality of my essential oils, carrier oils, or hydrosols?

logo

2025-07-11

DIY Outdoor Bug Spray with Essential Oils

Welcome to summer, the season of sun-drenched afternoons, golden sunsets, and delicious outdoor gatherings. As temperatures peak, so does our sense of smell, making fragrant blooms and warm breezes all the more enticing.