








Liquidambar formosana, “formosa styrax” or “Chinese Sweetgum” • essential oil 5ml in-house distillation • Vietnam
Liquidambar formosana, “formosa styrax” or “Chinese Sweetgum” • essential oil 5ml in-house distillation • Vietnam
Micro batch distilled by Pierre Black in Chiang Mai Thailand.
In this careful small-batch distillation we have lovingly captured all of the intricate nuance and complexity offered by this delightful , soothing traditional aromatic.
The scent of our Liquidambar formosana essential oil a rich and multi-layered balsamic character. You will quickly perceive past the initial bitter green and a camphoric top notes when smelled directly from the bottle, to its primary and most tenacious impressions of warmth and deep sweetness, (similar to amber or vanilla), soft sweet spices, honey, and a distinct resinous, woody, incency core. Complementing this are subtle undertones that include myriad green and brown spice aspects, light leather, and light smoke. As is typical for resin-derived essential oils, the aroma is notably tenacious and tends to unfold gradually over time softening and rounding out.
Liquidambar formosana essential oil, derived from the tree's resin, offers a variety of uses including aromatherapy, skin care, and traditional medicine. It can be used to improve mood, enhance skin health, and potentially support the immune system. Additionally, its unique fragrance makes it a valued ingredient in perfumery and incense craft.
Liquidambar formosana, “formosa styrax” or “Chinese Sweetgum” • essential oil 5ml in-house distillation • Vietnam
Micro batch distilled by Pierre Black in Chiang Mai Thailand.
In this careful small-batch distillation we have lovingly captured all of the intricate nuance and complexity offered by this delightful , soothing traditional aromatic.
The scent of our Liquidambar formosana essential oil a rich and multi-layered balsamic character. You will quickly perceive past the initial bitter green and a camphoric top notes when smelled directly from the bottle, to its primary and most tenacious impressions of warmth and deep sweetness, (similar to amber or vanilla), soft sweet spices, honey, and a distinct resinous, woody, incency core. Complementing this are subtle undertones that include myriad green and brown spice aspects, light leather, and light smoke. As is typical for resin-derived essential oils, the aroma is notably tenacious and tends to unfold gradually over time softening and rounding out.
Liquidambar formosana essential oil, derived from the tree's resin, offers a variety of uses including aromatherapy, skin care, and traditional medicine. It can be used to improve mood, enhance skin health, and potentially support the immune system. Additionally, its unique fragrance makes it a valued ingredient in perfumery and incense craft.
Liquidambar formosana, “formosa styrax” or “Chinese Sweetgum” • essential oil 5ml in-house distillation • Vietnam
Micro batch distilled by Pierre Black in Chiang Mai Thailand.
In this careful small-batch distillation we have lovingly captured all of the intricate nuance and complexity offered by this delightful , soothing traditional aromatic.
The scent of our Liquidambar formosana essential oil a rich and multi-layered balsamic character. You will quickly perceive past the initial bitter green and a camphoric top notes when smelled directly from the bottle, to its primary and most tenacious impressions of warmth and deep sweetness, (similar to amber or vanilla), soft sweet spices, honey, and a distinct resinous, woody, incency core. Complementing this are subtle undertones that include myriad green and brown spice aspects, light leather, and light smoke. As is typical for resin-derived essential oils, the aroma is notably tenacious and tends to unfold gradually over time softening and rounding out.
Liquidambar formosana essential oil, derived from the tree's resin, offers a variety of uses including aromatherapy, skin care, and traditional medicine. It can be used to improve mood, enhance skin health, and potentially support the immune system. Additionally, its unique fragrance makes it a valued ingredient in perfumery and incense craft.