Menyan Madu (Styrax benzoin)

Benzoic acid is the main compound that functions as a preservative as well as a potent natural antimicrobial agent. Cinnamic acid has antioxidant activity and plays an important role in skin cell regeneration. Vanillin provides a warm, sweet, and soothing aroma and has a mild antidepressant effect, while benzyl benzoate is effective in eliminating skin parasites, such as mites that cause scabies.

Frankincense has various benefits, including acting as an antiseptic and vulnerary, functioning like a natural “liquid bandage” that closes wounds, prevents infection, and accelerates skin tissue healing. In addition, frankincense serves as a respiratory soother or expectorant, with its essential oil vapors effectively thinning thick mucus and relieving bronchial coughs. Its astringent properties help tighten skin pores, reduce gum inflammation, and stop minor bleeding. In product formulations, frankincense also acts as an aroma fixative, helping maintain the longevity of other spice scents, such as nutmeg and fennel.