Damar is resin taken from a tree. Most artists know 'damar' as a glossy varnish for oil paintings. Jacquard Damar Resin is in crystal form and comes in an 8oz bag. Well experienced encaustic artists use damar to harden beeswax when making their mediums. Well experienced oil painters melt damar crystals in turpentine to make varnish. 8oz