Materials
Opoponax (sweet myrrh)
Myrrh's easygoing sibling: warm and sweet where myrrh is bitter. The honeyed bridge between labdanum and benzoin in classic amber bases; the Shalimar base is the reference.
| Type | gum resin |
|---|---|
| Form | Soft yellow-brown to reddish pieces, slightly oily |
| Extracts | Resinoid, absolute, essential oil. |
| Regulation | Restricted (sensitization). |
Scent facets
- sweet
- balsamic
- honeyed
- lavender-like
- warm
Botanical source
Origins
Main constituents
Uses
- amber and oriental perfume bases
- incense blends