Sticky, unworkable textures.

Wasted materials.

Preparations that didn’t turn out the way you expected.

Or simply not knowing how to approach them at all.

You’re not alone.

Resins are some of the most powerful and versatile plant substances on Earth, but they don’t behave like other herbs.

Each type requires specific handling, processing, and preparation methods to unlock its full potential.

Without that understanding, even the most beautiful materials can feel confusing, inconsistent, or out of reach.

But when you begin to understand how they work, the process starts to make sense.

Working with resins isn’t something most herbal or aromatic training explores in depth.

They’re may be touched on briefly, or included as part of a broader curriculum, but rarely taught in a way that reflects their unique behavior, preparation methods, and full potential.

This course was created to offer that deeper focus.

It provides a clear, structured path into working specifically with botanical resins and gums across medicine and herbal preparations, skincare, incense, perfumery, and aromatic preparations.

Rather than leaving you to figure things out through trial and error, you’ll learn the specific methods these materials require: how to process them, extract them, and work with them in ways that are effective, reliable, and grounded in tradition.

By the end, you won’t just understand what resins are.

You’ll know how to actually use them with confidence.

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

PLUS, work at your own pace and complete the training stress-free in your own time.

This botanical resin and gums course is thoughtfully designed to cater to 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.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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