Tamanu oil from Tahiti, an oil with many benefits
Tamanu is a vegetable oil native to Tahiti, in French Polynesia. It is renowned for its various medicinal and cosmetic virtues. Tamanu oil, also known as "Green Gold of the Pacific", has powerful healing properties. Applied to burns or wounds, it disinfects and regenerates the skin. It can also be found in a range of plant-based beauty products, from anti-ageing creams to make-up and anti-acne lotions. Discover our cosmetic products based on Tamanu oil, and let yourself be seduced by its nutty island fragrance, as well as by traditional Polynesian recipes.
The different forms of Tamanu oil
Tamanu oil (pronounced Tamanou) can be used pure, but is more often diluted with another vegetable oil. These Calophylle Inophyle vegetable essential oils (with organic certification) have many beauty cosmetic properties for hair, legs and all skin types. All the details on this oil, the details of products with numerous characteristics are given in our blog or through this page, whether for the scent they produce or the care they provide, find all the details of the recipes.
Virgin Tamanu oil
In bottles or sprays, discover all the properties and care characteristics of 100% natural Tahitian Tamanu oil, a plant-based cosmetic product that can be used for massage. Highly concentrated in resin, the oil often leaves a deposit at the bottom of the bottle. Practical to take with you in this form, it slips into a toiletry bag or purse. So you always have it to hand in the event of a wound, sunburn or burn. A few drops at home are all you need. Be careful not to let the drops come into contact with your eyes. These products are often composed of acids, notably palmitic acid, lauric acid and eicosnoic acid.
Tamanu oil soap
Handcrafted, Tamanu-based soaps moisturize and soothe even the most fragile skin. Its powerful active ingredients help improve blood circulation, relieving heavy legs and muscle or joint pain. You can also benefit from the soap's healing properties for wounds and pimples.
Tamanu balm
Combining the properties of ylang-ylang, lavender and monoi with those of Tamanu oil (Calophyllum Inophyllum), this balm is an essential skincare product. Suitable for the face, it relieves skin discomfort by restoring moisture and vitality. There are many details to consider. This balm can be used for skin lesions such as stretch marks and eczema, but also as an aftershave treatment for men.
Tamanu creams
This soft-textured cream can be used on the body and face for massage or other purposes. Ideal for skin suffering from dehydration, it delays and attenuates the signs of aging thanks to its powerful active ingredients. Revitalizing and plumping, this Tamanu oil-based cream will become your best ally, morning and night. Thanks to its many uses, Tahitian Tamanu oil (Calophyllum Inophyllum) is a precious skincare product that finds applications in everyone's daily life.
Tamanu oil, a Tahitian beauty secret
Original Tamanu oil, like Tahitian monoi, is widely used in the Polynesian islands, especially for massage. In fact, it's used particularly as a body care and beauty oil. Polynesian women have created many recipes (with many details) with Calophyllum Inophyle-based acid, certified organic oils to help you care for your body. This Calophyllum Inophyle organic certified vegetable oil from cosmetics is undoubtedly an effective organic and vegetable certified product for maintaining your health and your hair. A few drops applied at home are enough to obtain concrete results on your legs (to facilitate blood circulation), on your face and on your skin, while giving it a natural scent. In the Pacific islands, tamanu Tahiti essential oils (certified organic) are widely used in aromatherapy.
Tamanu oil production
Tamanu oil is extracted from the fruit of the Ati tree, also known as Calophyllum Inophyllum. It is found in particular on the sacred island of Raiatea, in the Polynesian triangle. The fruit resembles walnuts, from which almonds are extracted. Once collected, the kernels are exposed to the sun for several weeks. This operation allows them to lose water as they dry out, soon to be replaced by oil. Thanks to a cold-pressing technique (first cold pressing), 100% natural Tamanu oil is then extracted from these kernels, this first cold pressing being very important.
Tamanu, a healing tree
Its properties have long been known on the island of Tahiti, where it is one of the sacred trees. Tahitians once believed that the gods came to rest in the shade of these trees. As a result, the traditional Polynesian medicine, the use of its leaves and bark in traditional island remedies for skin diseases and other health concerns. In the early 50s, its vegetable oil was discovered by Western medicine (traditional medicine)who used it in dermatology and aromatherapy.
Tamanu oil is highly prized for its remarkable anti-inflammatory properties and its ability to improve blood circulation. Rich in essential fatty acids, it is a precious ally for scalp care and various skin problems. This natural oil is particularly effective in treating conditions such as psoriasis and eczema, thanks to its soothing and restorative properties. In addition, the benefits of Tamanu oil also include tattoo healing, helping the skin to regenerate faster and healthier. A real treasure of nature for those seeking a natural solution to their skin problems.
Tamanu oil and aromatherapy
Tamanu Tahiti organic certified essential oils are widely used for medical purposes. In fact, Calophyllum Inophyllum seed oil essential plant oils can be used for a wide range of treatments, such as soothing scars. Whether for the legs (to improve blood circulation), the skin or the face, Calophyllum Inophyllum certified organic (plant) essential oils are one of the most effective body care solutions. What's more, these Tahitian tamanu essential oils are certified organic to reassure you of their health-giving properties. Just a few drops applied at home will give you that island scent, and you'll be able to treat all your health problems thanks to the virtues and characteristics of Calophylle Inophyle organic essential oils. All you have to do now is buy a Calophylle Inophyle organic cosmetic product from our site to solve all your leg problems and care for your hair, leave a review and benefit from fast delivery.
Tamanu oil brands
Discover Missi Monoï's selection of Tahitian Monoi and Tamanu Tahiti oils, renowned for their repairing and soothing properties, as well as their active ingredients. We offer renowned brands such as Heiva, Monoi Royal de Tahiti, Monoi Tiki Tahiti, Pacifique Sud, Teivi Tahiti and Tamanu Mahana. Each of these brands pays particular attention to the quality of their products to offer the best of French Polynesia. Explore our range and find the perfect Tamanu oil to nourish and regenerate your skin and soothe sunburn.