Styrax

At a glance

A balsamic resin from Liquidambar trees, traditionally sourced from Turkey (Levant styrax) or Honduras (American storax), with a warm, leathery, faintly medicinal-cinnamon balsamic scent used as a fixative.

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
● drafted · last checked 2026-08-23