The health benefits of styrax essential oil can be attributed to its potential properties as an antidepressant, carminative, cordial, deodorant, disinfectant, and a relaxant. It can also function as a diuretic, expectorant, antiseptic, vulnerary, astringent, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, and sedative substance. Benzoin essential oil can raise spirits and uplift mood. That is why it was and still is widely used in religious ceremonies in many parts of the world. It is used in incense sticks and other such substances which, when burnt, gives out the smoke with the characteristic aroma of benzoin oil.
Benefits
Styrax essential oil, besides possibly being a stimulant and an antidepressant, on one hand, it can also be a relaxant and sedative on the other. It can relieve anxiety, tension, nervousness, and stress by bringing the nervous and neurotic system to normal. That is why, in the case of depression, it may give a feeling of uplifted mood and can help relax people in case of anxiety and stress. It can also have tranquilizing effects.
This describes an agent that can protect open wounds from infections. This property of styrax essential oil has been known for ages and instances of such use have been found from the remains of many old civilizations around the world.
Styrax essential oil has carminative and anti-flatulent properties. It can help in the removal of gases from the stomach and the intestines and can relieve inflammation of the intestines. This may be once again due to its relaxing effects. It may relax the muscular tension in the abdominal area and helps gases pass out. This can help regulate digestion and improves appetite.