Ferula Galbaniflua (Ferula Gummosa) Resin Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, perfuming, tonic. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Apiaceae (Carrot/Parsley family)
Plant Part
Resin
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
93165-40-3 / 8023-91-4
Form
Oil
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Functions
Antimicrobial
Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Tonic
Fights Bacteria
Tones Skin
Adds Fragrance
Brightens Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Tightens and tones skin
Adds pleasant scent
Traditional Use
Used in traditional Persian and Middle Eastern medicine as an anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agent. The galbanum resin has been traded since ancient times and was used in traditional skincare and incense.