balsam of styrax

Styrax, occasionally called Storax, is a natural balsam, formed as a pathological product in the sapwood and bark tissues of Liquidambar Orientalis, a medium-sized tree native to Asia Minor and the surrounding islands.

Storax has a pleasant, floral/lilac, leathery, balsamic smell. Storax and its derivatives (resinoid, essential oil, absolute) are used as flavors, fragrances, and in pharmaceuticals.

Storax resin is "generally regarded as safe" (GRAS), but at low levels, for example, circa 15 ppm in candy and 25 ppm in baked goods.

American storax resin (Liquidambar styraciflua) is chewed like gum to freshen breath and clean teeth.

Burn this resin during your meditation practices, you will not only keep your sacred space clear of negativity and aura strong, but it will also promote healing and a transition towards your work with in depth spiritual insight.