Benzoin Absolute Oil - 1/3 oz Benzoin Essential Oil has a soft, sweet and warming vanilla-like scent and is somewhat syrup-like in viscosity. It blends well with other resinous oils, such as frankincense and myrrh, with citrus oils, and with bergamot, black pepper, cedarwood, coriander, cypress, juniper, lavender, patchouli, petitgrain, sandalwood, and vetiver. It has long been used in incense and as a preservative in cosmetics. It aids with dry skin and oily facial skin. It is relaxing, calming, and grounding. Benzoin comforts and eases the grieving, lonely, stressed or mentally exhausted. It is a communicator; it helps in difficult or uncomfortable situations. Its thicker viscosity makes it ideal for use with a candle diffuser. Perfect for fragrances, baths massage oil blends, and creams and lotions. Scent Characteristics: Rich, sweet, vanilla- like. Distillation Method: Extracted from the resin using solvents and alcohol, which are then removed. Properties: Antibacterial, antifungal, anti- inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiviral. Body System(s) Affected: Respiratory and Digestive Systems, and Muscles and Skin. Superior Quality: Starwest Botanicals sources only the finest quality essential oils from highly regarded suppliers and distillers from around the world, and each oil is quality tested in a quality control laboratory for identity and purity. Many oils are steam- distilled or cold-pressed, therefore retaining the essential odor, aroma, taste, medicinal, and therapeutic properties of the plant, resulting in a superior quality, highly concentrated essence. Essential oils offer a natural and holistic alternative for improving one s physical and emotional well- being, proven to benefit health with their therapeutic and medicinal properties. They can soothe, enliven, and balance both body and mind to promote total body wellness. Features: Benzoin Essential Oil has a soft, sweet and warming, vanilla-like scent.