BENZOIN ABSOLUE Aroma Spray

BENZOIN ABSOLUE Aroma Spray

Botanical name: Styrax benzoin, S. tonkinensis

Extraction: Benzoin Absolute is obtained by extracting the resin/gum.

Origin: Laos

The Fragrance

Siam Benzoin Absolute features a warm, balsamic-vanilla signature with a pronounced resinous-sweet density and a subtle, slightly bitter almond-like note. The top note is softly resinous; as the scent develops, a creamy, amber-like, slightly smoky-sweet depth unfolds with a powdery roundness and a long-lasting, enveloping warmth.

Use in Perfume Composition

Benzoin is primarily used in base notes and acts as a fixative in oriental, gourmand, and amber-based fragrance compositions. It enhances sweetness, longevity, and volume, and bridges floral hearts of white floral accords with balsamic bases. A well-known example is Shalimar by Guerlain. Benzoin Absolute is used in Florascent fragrances such as Ksar, Macabah, Vanilla#1, and other Florascent perfume compositions.

Aromatology

Benzoin is known for its calming and emotionally warming effects. Areas of application include stress, inner restlessness, and sleep problems. For a relaxing blend, benzoin can be combined with lavender and sandalwood.