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Fir balsam has been used for centuries in the traditional medicine of indigenous North Americans to treat colds, wounds, and muscle aches, utilizing its natural antiseptic properties.
The sustainable harvesting of fir balsam resin is done through small cuts in the tree trunk, allowing the resin to flow naturally without harming the tree, a technique that has remained nearly unchanged for hundreds of years.
Despite its close association with seasonal scents, fir balsam holds enduring value in perfumery, adding depth and stability to many fragrances year-round, from fresh men's fragrances to complex chypre compositions.
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