Styrax

At a glance

Styrax is a leathery, smoky resin extracted from Liquidambar orientalis, closely related botanically and olfactively to benzoin.

Origin

Liquidambar orientalis resin, primarily Turkey

Extraction

Solvent extraction

Profile

Leathery, smoky, sweet balsamic scent

IFRA status

Restricted, allergen and sensitization limits under IFRA standards

Cost tier

Medium