The
Botanical Resins & Herbal Gums Course
Unleash the power of botanical resins to transform your
herbal practice for healing, beauty and enjoyment.
Create Herbal Products That Enhance Health, Wellness & Pleasure
Did you know that plant resins are some of the most treasured and versatile plant substances on Earth? They have been used for centuries in:
• Traditional Medicine: Potent and natural remedies in ancient healing systems.
• Beauty & Skincare: History's most favored botanicals for beauty and cosmetic products for anti-aging and added aroma.
• Aromatic Arts: The foundation of incense, perfumery, aromatherapy.
No matter how you work with plants, incorporating botanical resins can expand your herbal or aromatic crafting into a new level of potency, effectiveness, and fulfillment.
Imagine knowing how to make your own natural,
custom-formulated herbal products for health, ritual, or fragrant pleasure with hundreds of botanical resins to choose from, each with their own aroma and medicinal properties.
THE ONLY ONLINE
TRAINING ON RESINS & GUMS
This all-inclusive program teaches you everything you need to know about incorporating botanical resins and gums into your herbal or aromatic practice. You’ll learn how to transform these powerful plant substances into potent topical and internal medicines, beauty products, and other aromatic delights for health, wellness, and enjoyment.
By exploring these ancient, revered ingredients, you'll unlock a new branch of botanical medicine, gaining skills that can enhance your life and help those you serve.
This program ties together herbalism, aromatherapy, and aromatic crafting practices, giving you endless possibilities for working with resin and aromatic gums. You’ll learn how to harness the true power of the plant kingdom's most precious gems.
Stop Guessing at How to Craft With Resins
Resins are powerful—but working with them can be messy and frustrating if you don’t know the right techniques.
Many beginners struggle with:
- Sticky, unworkable messes
- Wasted ingredients and money
- Failed extracts and ineffective preparations
Resins botanicals aren’t like other plant materials—each type requires specific processing methods to unlock its benefits. Without the right knowledge, it’s easy to feel discouraged.
This course teaches you the time-tested techniques and secrets of working with resins. You’ll learn precise, proven methods to craft effective medicines, herbal resin incense, skincare, and more
Join the course and start creating with confidence!
HOW YOU CAN BENEFIT FROM PLANT RESINS:
Plant resins are versatile, powerful, and deeply therapeutic. Whether you’re crafting herbal remedies, beauty products, or using botanical gums for incense, these natural substances can enhance your health, well-being, and creativity in countless ways.
Here are just a few ways to use them:
- For Healing & First Aid: Use resins in salves, balms, and ointments for cuts, bruises, scrapes, sprains, sports injuries, arthritis, pain, rashes.
- For Skin & Beauty: Make your own resin-based beauty products for anti-aging, skin rejuvenation, and added aroma.
For Natural Remedies: Use them as essential oil for all things health and wellness related.
- For Stress & Anxiety Relief: Sooth the nervous system and promote relaxation and emotional well-being.
- For Aromatherapy & Perfumery: For fragrant enjoyment in the form of incense, perfumery, essential oils, or added into any DIY herbal creations.
- For Spiritual & Ritual Use: Add depth to your spiritual practice, prayer, meditation or ceremony.
For Personal & Business Use: Share your resin creations with others through your business or as treasured gifts to friends and family.
- And much more!
Discover the endless possibilities of plant resins and start crafting today!
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
THE FOUNDATIONS OF RESINS & GUMS
Gain insights into the history and cultural significance of resins from ancient stories. Learn about their unique composition, terminology, and classification, and unique types of resins and how to best work with each in your practice.
THE MEDICINAL & RITUAL USES OF RESINS
Botanical resins have been treasured for their healing and spiritual properties for thousands of years. Learn the traditional medicinal qualities of resins and their important role in ancient healing practices. Discover why they're an essential tool in spiritual practices, from religious ceremonies to personal meditation rituals.
CRAFTING TOPICAL RESIN PRODUCTS
Processing and extracting resins is both an art and a science. Gain the skills to transform raw resins into powerful topical applications, including salves, balms, ointments, lotions, massage oils, and more. Learn how to combine resins with other botanicals to create effective, all-natural skincare and wellness products.
HOW TO MAKE INTERNAL RESIN MEDICINES
Get unique step-by-step instructions for crafting resin into powerful alcohol extracts and internal medicines for chronic and acute health issues and for general health and wellness. You'll also learn safe and effective dosage guidelines to ensure proper use.
USING RESINS FOR AROMATHERAPY
Learn how to use resins in their essential oil form, and how to add them to topical preparations. Plus, discover important safety guidelines and best practices for their use.
CREATE NATURAL PERFUMES WITH RESINS
For centuries, resins have been the foundation of natural perfumery. Learn how to make your own solid, spray, and roll-on perfumes. Become skilled at formulating your own amazing smelling creations.
"Few people are aware of the great diversity of resin-producing plants
or the remarkable roles resins play in the lives of plants people."
- Jean Langenheim
Ecologist, Biologist
Course Content
PLUS, work at your own pace and complete the training stress-free in your own time.
COURSE OUTLINE:
Week 1 - The Foundations of Resins & Gums: Nature's Potent Botanical Treasures
• Lesson 1: Introduction - What Exactly are Resins and Gums?
• Lesson 2: The Histories and Stories of Resins & Gums
• Lesson 3: Navigating Resin Terminology, Composition & Resins Types
• Lesson 4: Navigating The Sustainability of Resins
• Lesson 5: 5 Steps to Sourcing Quality, Ethical & Sustainable Resins
• Lesson 6: 3 Steps for Properly Burning Resins as Incense
Plus, my Sustainable Sourcing Guide, Source List, and Master Resins & Gums Species List
Week 2 - The Medicine & Magic of Resins
• Lesson 1: The Medicine of Resins - Traditional Ways to Use Resins for Healing
• Lesson 2: Walkthrough of 5 Common Resins and their Medicinal Benefits and Uses
• Lesson 3: The Spiritual and Ritual Uses of Resins From Around the World
• Lesson 4: Ways to Nourish Your Human/Plant Connection
• Lesson 5: How to Wild-Harvest and Store Your Own Resins (A Field Guide)
• Lesson 6: 2 Easy Methods for Making Your Own Incense with Resins
Plus, resin plant profiles and recipes for making loose incense.
Week 3 - Oil Extraction & Making Resin-Based Products
• Lesson 1: Resins for Oil Extractions
• Lesson 2: Resin Extractions and Carrier Oils Breakdown
• Lesson 3: The Oil Preparations: A Guide on The Topical Oil-Based Products
• Lesson 4: How to Properly Process and Powder Resins
• Lesson 5: Step-by-Step Process for Making a Resin Infused Oil
• Lesson 6: How to Make a Resin-Based Salve for First-Aid, Pain, Sore Muscles, Cold and Flu Symptoms & More
Plus, resin plant profiles and recipes for every type of topical oil-based preparation.
Week 4 - Alcohol Extraction & Making Internal Medicines
• Lesson 1: Resin Alcohol Extractions & Core Uses
• Lesson 2: The Foundations of Alcohol Extraction
• Lesson 3: The Folk Tincturing Method with Resins
• Lesson 4: How to Make a Resin Tincture Step-by-Step
• Lesson 5: The Double Alcohol Extraction Method
• Lesson 6: Making Delicious Resin-Based Cordials
Plus, more resin plant profiles and recipes for cordials, mouthwashes, and liniments.
Week 5 - Essential Oils, Aromatherapy & Natural Perfumery with Resins
• Lesson 1: Resin Essential Oils & Aromatherapy
• Lesson 2: Essential Oil Types & Extraction Methods
• Lesson 3: The Foundations of Natural Perfumery
• Lesson 4: How to Make The 3 Main Types of Natural Perfume
• Lesson 5: The Method of Fragrance Notes & Perfume Formulation
• Lesson 6: Integration & Next Steps
Plus, recipes for essential oil blends and perfumes.
Made For Passionate Creators Like You
This botanical resin and gums course is thoughtfully designed to cater to everyone.
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF:
BEGINNER or EXPERT – This Course Has Something for Everyone
- New to botanical resins? This program will build the proper foundations that will give you the confidence and competence to master crafting with them.
Already making herbal or aromatic preparations?
You'll learn how to add a powerful new addition to your medicine making practice and enhance the potency and effectiveness of your creations.
Whether you're just starting or ready to take your expertise to the next level, this course will help you master the art of working with botanical resins.
Why Choose The Northwest School of Aromatic Medicine?
When it comes to the art of working with botanical resin and gums, the Northwest School of Aromatic Medicine offers an unparalleled experience. Here's why this program stands out:
The Most Comprehensive Incense Crafting Course Available
This is literally the first and only online course dedicated to working with resins. With step-by-step crafting instructions and an incredible depth of knowledge, nowhere else offers as much hands-on guidance in one program.
A Decade of Experience in Every Lesson
This course is the result of over 13 years of hands-on experience, deep exploration, and a passion for botanicals. Every lesson comes from real-world practice, including:
• Getting to know countless resins first-hand, from sourcing them in nature to the crafting table, to experiencing their medicine and aromas.
• Finding the best methods and what doesn't work through over a decade of trial and error.
• Formulating products for one of the top natural incense companies.
• Gathering stories of healing and witnessing joy and gratitude through sharing my resin preparations with others.
A Program Built with Passion and Precision
Every piece of wisdom, every tip, and every trick learned through years of dedication has been poured into this course. The result? A priceless program designed to guide you on your journey to becoming an expert incense crafter.
If you’re ready to learn from a seasoned professional who’s put their heart and soul into creating this one-of-a-kind experience, our botanical resin class is the perfect place to start.
Meet Your Teacher
Hey there!
I’m Evan Sylliaasen. Back in my early 20's I discovered the power of resins through incense and aromatherapy. I then learned how to craft them into other extra-potent medicinal and aromatic preparations. I felt like I unlocked a special key to the natural world of healing by tapping into these powerful, gem-like substances.
Through my work with my company Higher Mind Incense and my school, The Northwest School of Aromatic Medicine, I’ve seen beginner medicine makers encounter the same problems over and over when working with resins. There are basics you must understand about these complex substances that can make working with them much easier.
That’s why I created The Botanical Resins & Gums Course and put everything I have into it. I cover every aspect of working with resins across various aromatic and medicinal practices. This leaves you with a complete experience and many avenues to pursue crafting to your heart’s content.
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Enroll in the program today and you'll have 30 days to decide if the program is right for you. If it's not, simply send me an email and you'll receive a complete refund.
YOUR BONUSES
Materia Aromatica Ebook - $9 Value
An in-depth guide to the traditional ritual, aesthetic, therapeutic and medicinal uses of the 20 most popular incense plants in the world. This one of a kind book is the only English reference on using incense for various purposes. Enjoy full plant monographs that highlight the use of plant smoke, fumigation, and aroma.
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HERE'S WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING
Audrey Gerber
Diana Suarez
Janet Gutierrez
"Evan's teachings came at the perfect time on my healing journey. Whether you're wanting to expand your knowledge of the healing properties of plants, deepen your connection to your heart and intuition, or want to add more tools to your self healing toolbox, this school IS A MUST for an incredibly expansive journey."
LeAnn Rimes, Country Singer, & Soul Blogger
"I’ve worked with herbs as a community kitchen wise woman crafting teas, tinctures, and oxymels for friends and family. This school has so much practical knowledge with the right amount of do it yourself for me to continue on my journey. I highly recommend this school!"
Andrea McCluskey, Maryland
"What I’ve learned through this school has changed the direction of my life entirely. I went from a timid and confidence-lacking herbal dabbler to full-on aromatic medicine maker with Evan’s expert guidance. Never before have I seen so much dedication and care from a teacher. This school will change your life!"
Brian Lambert, Oregon
"The moment I found Evan's teachings, I felt like I finally found what I’d been searching for in the world of plants and traditional aromatherapy. In just a few months Evan’s teachings have expanded my practice more than anything in the 30 years I’ve been immersed in it!"
Dana March, Colorado
"The Northwest School of Aromatic Medicine has given me a whole new lens to see the plant kingdom and healing as a whole through. Crafting botanicals for their scents and medicines is an art form that has been demystified through these courses."
Amber Sheridan, Michigan
“I owe my deep gratitude to Evan and his mind and heart-opening teachings. Not only have I ventured into exciting new arenas within the plant kingdom that he has opened to me, but I’ve also made incredible personal transformations alongside my ever-transforming practice with plants. Thank you!”
Ayla Connor, Washington
"What I have newly acquired with botanical resins through this priceless course; such as their many uses, how to safely harvest, filter, and extract them, within the last four weeks is so valuable! I am now able to incorporate the many wonderful benefits of resins into my own handcrafted botanical products, as well as the many other formulas available throughout this Course. I highly recommend this course whether you are a beginner or more advanced in this field."
April Rose Lugo, Wisconsin
"Safety, sustainability, and appropriate use are top tier issues for me. It’s such a vast and complex area that it can easily feel overwhelming. Somehow you’ve made it accessible. I’m so grateful for your guides: sustainable sourcing and usage practice, dilution rates, Materia Medica, etc. They make finding the necessary information uncomplicated. I’ve been a botanicals practitioner for a long time and this course has been a real joy. You have rekindled my passion and my profound love for all our green allies."
Dianne Pearson
"I have enjoyed everything about this course. The knowledge I have gained is awesome: from the history of resins and gums right through to being able to craft some amazing products like balms, tinctures and incense. The format of the course is very well laid out and easy to follow. Evans expertise is amazing and the knowledge I am now walking away with is worth every dollar I have invested. I highly recommend this course.
Raewyn Tetenburg
"I now have reference materials and confidence to pursue crafting with resins and gums and incorporate them into my botanical skin care line. I really appreciate how emphasis was put on sourcing materials sustainably and ethically, and this inspires me to look even deeper into sourcing all my materials in the future."
Maggie Whitesides
Frequently Asked Questions:
When does the program start?
As soon as you enroll you’ll have instant access to the first module. From there, every 7 days a new module will be released to you for a total of 5 modules. Though you can start the course whenever you are able and can work at your own pace.
How long do I have to complete the course?
This is a 5 week course. However, there are no time constraints so you can start, complete, and revisit content in your own time.
How can I use this skill to support myself financially?
There are many ways to support yourself with the art of resin crafting:
- Sell your creations at your own shop or website, at events, fairs, or farmer’s markets, or sell wholesale to other stores.
- Prescribe medicinal preparations to your patients, or supply other health professionals with your therapeutic products.
- Create custom formulas for other companies.
- Host in-person workshops to share the gift of crafting with resins.
Will I be able to communicate with you and other students?
You’ll have excellent student support, and can also reach out to Evan personally if needed. You’ll be able to ask questions and converse inside the course within each module with Evan and other students.
What materials do I need for the course, and how much will it all cost?
This course teaches you how to craft many different resin preparations. You can choose to learn all of them, or just the ones that you're called to most. For all preparations you will need at least 1 kind of resin (5 to 10 ounces). As you begin the course you will find sourcing information for resins in the downloads section.
For all other materials and ingredients, you will discover what you need for each preparation in the course. It is possible to spend as little as $20 for materials and tools for the course while making every preparation taught. You can do so by wild-harvesting your own resins and other ingredients (a skill taught in the course), and getting creative with tool options that you likely already have. Some students who already have resins and other possible materials needed could get away with not spending any additional money. Though most students who want to purchase ingredients and designated tools could spend between $50 and $80 on average.
Will I get a certificate for completing the course?
Yes. Upon course completion of all modules and lessons you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
Do you have a guarantee?
Yes! You have 30 days to decide if the program is really right for you. If it’s not a good fit for you at this time, let us know and you’ll get a full refund.
Are resins sustainable?
Resin crafting can be a 100% sustainable practice. A handful of very popular resins are threatened in the wild and should be avoided. There are many sustainable farms and abundant sources from the wild to discover with my Sustainable Sourcing Roadmap, which you’ll receive in the course.
Have A Question Or Concern?
We're more than happy to help you.
Send your questions to support@aromaticmedicineschool.com