Ambery (Oriental)Natural raw material
Benzoin
Balsamic, woody, vanilla-scented, soft, resinous, powdery, milky and spicy.
People's Republic of China, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, VietnamOrigin
Solvent extractionExtraction
Gum-resin excreted by the treeUsed parts
8,372Fragrances
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Frequently asked
What is Benzoin?+
Benzoin is a natural raw material ambery (oriental) perfume note. It is sourced from People's Republic of China, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Vietnam.
What does Benzoin smell like?+
Balsamic, woody, vanilla-scented, soft, resinous, powdery, milky and spicy.
How is Benzoin obtained?+
Benzoin is obtained by solvent extraction, using the gum-resin excreted by the tree.
Is Benzoin a top, heart, or base note?+
Benzoin is most often used as a base note. Across 5,757 fragrances on Noteboxd it is listed as a top note in 75, a heart note in 678, and a base note in 5,004.
