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  • Laos for a gum called Benzoin, where it has partnered with Agroforex, a local company which arranges gum-collection from farmers.

    unknown title 2011

  • Other items necessary for a manicurist were Castile Soap, Borax, Nail Bleach, Nail Powder or Polish, Nail Cream, Cold Cream, Styptic Pencil, and Tincture of Benzoin, which was used as an antiseptic.

    On How to Be Lovely | Edwardian Promenade 2010

  • Is there a cheaper solution than using Benzoin (or benzoic acid)?

    Great use of color & stamping Anne-Marie 2007

  • They recommended that only certain types of Benzoin be used in cosmetic based products, soap included, because of the potential for sensitization.

    Great use of color & stamping Anne-Marie 2007

  • In 1995, the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIM) issued new guidelines for Benzoin in cosmetic products.

    Great use of color & stamping Anne-Marie 2007

  • In Olivia Giacobetti's L'Ether, rose geranium is used so beautifully it has none of the harshness it is not listed in the notes -Myrrh, Benzoin, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Saffron, Maple wood - but it is very present.

    Archive 2009-07-01 Ayala Sender 2009

  • I do not recommend using Benzoin to preserve products because of the sensitization issue and also because RIFM has strict guidelines for using it.

    Great use of color & stamping Anne-Marie 2007

  • In Olivia Giacobetti's L'Ether, rose geranium is used so beautifully it has none of the harshness it is not listed in the notes -Myrrh, Benzoin, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Saffron, Maple wood - but it is very present.

    Geranium, Soft and Pink Ayala Sender 2009

  • Benzoin has some safety considerations before using them in cosmetic products.

    Great use of color & stamping Anne-Marie 2007

  • Benzoin is actually a tree resin which is processed to turn it into a liquid.

    Three Useful Essential Oils with Healing Properties 2008

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