Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Posted September 10, 2006 Here is what Watts say about Benzoin in his plant aromatics data and reference manuels....... Regards, Janita these are abridged from his original writings. For the full spec refer to his manuals. Perfumes. Maximum recommended usage levels in a percentage dilution Benzoin resinoid 0.8% SENSITISING OILS known and suspected Benzoin Adverse effects on the skin of aromatic plant extracts Benzoin IRRITATION Benzoin resinoid was tested at a concentration of 8% in petrolatum and produced no reactions. Kligman A. 1974 . Report to R.I.F.M. SENSITISATION Numerous cases of compound tincture of benzoin sensitivity have been reported with eczema as the major manifestation. Benzoin dermatitis Hoffman T. 1978. Cont. Derm. 4,379 AUTHOR'S NOTE; The easy absorption of certain fragrance chemicals in aromatic extracts, appears to be a common factor in those extracts known to cause allergic sensitisation. --------------------------------- All new " The new Interface is stunning in its simplicity and ease of use. " - PC Magazine Quote
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