The properties of the breu-branco resin (Protium heptaphyllum) are similar to the resin produced by species of Boswellia found in India and Africa.
The resin consists of a large number of monoterpenes, such as a-pyrene (10.5%), limonene (16.9%), a-phellandrene (16.7%) and terpinolene (28.5%).

Due to its aromatic property, the resin is widely used in perfumes and toiletries as well as in soap manufacturing. The limonene, present in the breu-branco resin, is a common component in fragrances and essences.

Breu-branco resin has an expressive antioxidant activity, which sequesters free radicals on the skin. It has proven repellent effectiveness against blood-sucking mosquito, validating its use as a repellent.

Due to its aromatic property breu-branco resin is widely used in the cosmetic industry as a fragrance fixative and exfoliator. With anti-septic and exfoliant properties; for the dry and oily skin.