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benzoin

Benzoin

Styrax benzoin

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Resin

Major cosmetic applications

Major cosmetic applications

Keratolytic. Anti-acne. Purifying. Seboregulating. Exfoliant. Astringent.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Islands of Sumatra, Java and Borneo

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Purifying and antiseptic.

Curiosities

Curiosities

Benzoin resin is widely used in perfumery for its aroma and as an odor fixative.

Provital products

Provital products