Black Copal Resinoid vs Choya Ral

Black Copal Resinoid and Choya Ral are both resinous essential oils. Black Copal Resinoid carries a base note (resinous, sweet), while Choya Ral sits as a base note (warm, smoky). For topical use, keep Black Copal Resinoid at or below 1% and Choya Ral at 1%.

AttributeBlack Copal ResinoidChoya Ral
Latin nameProtium spp.N/A
Aroma familyResinousResinous
Perfumery noteBaseBase
Aromaresinous, sweet, smokywarm, smoky, amber, leathery
Chemical familySesquiterpenePhenol
Max topical dilution1%1%
Max facial dilution0.5%0.5%
PregnancyNot recommendedNot recommended
ChildrenNot recommendedNot recommended
PetsNot recommendedNot recommended
ExtractionSolvent extractionDry distillation

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Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between Black Copal Resinoid and Choya Ral?

Black Copal Resinoid and Choya Ral are both resinous essential oils. Black Copal Resinoid carries a base note (resinous, sweet), while Choya Ral sits as a base note (warm, smoky). For topical use, keep Black Copal Resinoid at or below 1% and Choya Ral at 1%.

Can you blend Black Copal Resinoid and Choya Ral together?

They can be combined, but Black Copal Resinoid and Choya Ral aren't a classic pairing — start with small amounts and adjust to taste.

For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.