Styrax benzoin
Description: Tincture of benzoin is antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, diuretic, expectorant, and mildly stimulant, used to treat bronchitis, colds, coughs, ulcers, and wounds.
Benzoin as an herbal supplement is used to complement mayapple for treatment of warts. Make a tincture of benzoin gum to preserve oils. Expectorant astringent urinary antiseptic.
Typical Preparations:
Benzoin tincture, in cosmetics, and Friar's Balsam.
Medicinal Precautions:
Store benzoin in a tightly closed container that is no more than half full. Open only in a room with good ventilation.
Magickal Associations: Used for wiccan or pagan spell supply. An herb of purification, burned in incense to sanctify an area. The scent is also used to attract business when combined with basil, peony or cinnamon. Dilute the essential oil and rub onto the body to increase your personal power. It awakens the conscious mind as well. Burn to purify, protect, for prosperity, for astral projection or to increase mental powers.
Aromatherapy Uses: Asthma, Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Chills, Flu, Colic, Coughs, Itching, Arthritis, Colds. As a sedative Benzoin has been found to help retain skin elasticity. It is valuable in treating dry, cracked skin and is believed to be anti-depressant.
Key Qualities: Warming, Energizing, Uplifting, Comforting, Purifying, Elevating, Stimulant, Soothing, Anti-depressant.
What you receive: Herb that has been cut & sifted or ground and comes in a food grade poly Ziploc baggie to retain freshness.
