What it is
Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil is distilled from the aromatic resin (gum) of the galbanum plant and has a distinctive green, woody, slightly balsamic odor. It is used in very small amounts as a fragrance or odor-masking component. In sunscreens it contributes scent and does not provide any UV protection.
Safety & warnings
As an aromatic essential oil it contains volatile terpene constituents that can cause irritation or contact allergy in sensitive individuals; it is used at low levels and fragrance suppliers manage potential allergen content.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; obtained from the resin of the galbanum plant, Ferula galbaniflua.
History
Galbanum resin has been used as an aromatic and incense material since antiquity and remains a classic note in perfumery.
Questions everyone asks
What does galbanum smell like?
It has a distinctive green, woody, slightly balsamic scent and is a classic note in perfumery.
Does it offer any sun protection?
No. It is a fragrance ingredient and is present for scent, not for UV protection.