Resin is a natural or synthetic substance that is used for a variety of purposes. ELEMI is a resin obtained from the Philippine ELEMI tree, which is used in varnishes and lacquers. AMBER is a fossilized resin from ancient trees, which is used in jewelry and as an ingredient in perfumes. MASTIC is a resin obtained from the MASTIC tree, which is used in varnishes, adhesives, and sealants. GUM is a resin obtained from various plants, which is used in food, medicine, and cosmetics. LAC is a resin obtained from certain insects, which is used in shellac and varnishes. Alkyd is a synthetic resin made from polyester, which is used in paints and varnishes. BALSAM is a resin obtained from certain trees, which is used in medicines and perfumes. Sandarac is a resin obtained from the sandarac tree, which is used in varnishes and lacquers. Dammar is a resin obtained from certain trees, which is used in varnishes, lacquers, and paints.