Tamanu Oil: The Sacred Gift From Nature You’ve Never Heard Of Before

Even though you may have never heard of Tamanu Oil, this “beauty leaf oil” is going to surprise you with all its uses and benefits. Oils in general for the body have experienced a surge in popularity during the recent years. That’s lucky for the consumer who is looking for the perfect beauty routine. The right products make a huge difference. Who wants to throw away money in search of products that don’t produce results? No one, yet it happens all the time. You buy an expensive jar of the latest face cream only to see it do absolutely nothing for your skin. That can be a truly frustrating experience and a total waste of money. 

That’s why these organic certified oils are considerably better than many lotions, creams, or serums at solving your biggest skin, and hair care problems. The effectiveness will delight you each and every time you use this sacred gift from nature. Scientifically speaking, Tamanu Oil or Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil is considered a vegetable oil, since it comes from a nut. The uses of it today are predominantly in skin care, although it didn’t start out that way.

Luckily companies like RejuveNaturals have bottled this unique oil, with its 100 percent “Certified Organic, Extra Virgin Tamanu Oil” for you to use in a variety of ways. This is the highest quality you can buy being cold pressed, alcohol free, and without any preservatives. Once you find out exactly what Tamanu Oil can do for you, you’ll want to keep ordering it again and again. You’ll wonder how you ever lived without this amazing emerald green tinted oil. Here is our “everything you didn’t know” guide to the wonders of Tamanu Oil with its many benefits and uses.

History Of Tamanu Oil

Tamanu Oil comes from the South Pacific in places like Vanuatu and French Polynesia. It’s a tropical tree that produces the nut that makes the eventual oil. So it enjoys balmy, rainy weather year round. This isn’t a tree that would grow well in the United States. Considered an evergreen tree that blooms bi-annually to produce the precious nuts, it has gorgeous white flowers and bunches of fruit that look similar to a green apricot. Inside the fruit there is the hard nut with a kernel inside that, which is responsible for the oil when harvested.

In this area of the world where the tree comes from, the uses of the nut have been known for centuries. The Melanesian people of Vanuatu were some of the very first to use the tree for its many resources. They have occupied parts of Eastern Indonesia all throughout the islands, including Fiji. The people of Tahiti also used the Tamanu trees quite often in healing rituals for decades.

It wasn’t until the early 1900’s that other people around the world started to use its healing properties for medicinal purposes. The French people were some of the pioneers of using this oil in pharmacology. Then in the 1930’s, a missionary women named Sister Marie Suzanne from the Society of Mary used it in her work to treat those with leprosy. She discovered that not only did it have the benefit of healing the skin, but it also was calming to the patients, who were greatly suffering through their illnesses.

In the 1980’s the Pacific National Resource Laboratory undertook specific testing of the Tamanu Oil to outline all of its uses in medicine and skin technology. From there it was only a matter of time before the cosmetic industry took a liking to the specific properties of this oil.

How It’s Harvested

Harvesting the green tinted oil from the Tamanu nut is not a simple undertaking. It takes 100 kg of the Tamanu fruit to produce just 5 kg of the oil. Plus, with it producing the fruit just twice a year, the yield isn’t as great as many other trees that produce edible seeds. Back when the Tahitians had to extract the oil by hand, they would dry out the kernel of the fruit for a few days before pressing out the oil. Now it's done by extraction machines that are able to cold press the oil out from the kernel with its power. The screw press is the machine that is commonly used to work out the oil. Then it is left to settle before it's filtered into the bottles we know today.

The trees themselves can grow to be at least 10 feet tall, so most of the fruit is taken by hand from workers on ladders, before it is processed for modern use. From this starting point to the finished product, it usually takes about 6-8 weeks for the entire undertaking. So while not a fast process, the end result of the deep green oil is a bounty worth waiting for!

 

Tamanu Oil For Facial Rejuvenation 

Once you buy a bottle of Tamanu Oil from RejuveNaturals you’ll discover that it's a much more affordable way to treat your facial skin issues. It helps balance moisture levels in the skin without being heavy or greasy. That’s why many people love it as an anti-aging treatment for the skin. Many times most traditional anti-aging serums and creams are going to be very heavy feeling. It’s not like that with Tamanu Oil. You can easily apply a layer directly onto your face and it absorbs quickly. You can even apply your makeup directly after without it sliding off the skin. In fact, it’s going to allow your makeup to adhere better to your skin, similar to a primer, so that it lasts much longer throughout the day.

Plus, you’ll notice that with repetitive use, the lines and wrinkles on your face will appear much less noticeable. Because it contains high levels of fatty acids it can also help to heal marks on the skin from acne scarring, or age spots. This helps fade them naturally over time without the use of harsh skin bleaching creams. Skin care safety is a concern of many people, so using strong chemicals on the face should be avoided. That’s why the natural benefits of the Tamanu Oil for the skin are so much better for your overall health and wellbeing.

One other vital benefit to the skin that is so important. The Sc Glucan in the Tamanu Oil is a natural sun protector with a sun protection factor of almost 22. That’s fairly amazing when you think about it. So using this on a daily basis, along with an SPF can prevent further aging in the skin. The damage the sun causes can prematurely age the skin, so using Tamanu Oil is going to be your greatest defense for looking younger, longer.

 

Banish Blemishes For Good 

 

For those that suffer with bad acne that traditional salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide creams aren’t helping, it might be best to turn to Tamanu Oil. The reason that it works so well on acne blemishes is that the oil is considered an anti-septic. It also helps with the inflammation and redness of deep cystic acne. You know the kind that is far below the skin with deep painful bumps that are hard to treat. Tamanu Oil gets to the root of the acne issue to solve it with the greatest of ease. With repetitive use you are going to notice a big difference in the way your skin produces oil, which in turn will help clear up the pimples.

You can spot treat your acne, or you can just apply a light layer of the oil all over your face at night to treat the problem. You’ll wake up with brighter, clearer skin after just a few weeks of constant use.

 

Homemade Treatments

Tamanu Oil is one of the best oils to use in DIY face treatments right in your own home. Who says you have to travel to an expensive spa to get the skin care attention you desire? You can make significant treatments right in your kitchen to use on your face. One of the easiest ones to use is this super hydration mask, which helps to rejuvenate newer, healthier skin. All you have to do is take one tablespoon of the Tamanu Oil, a tablespoon of organic honey, and a quarter of an avocado. Mash it all together and apply to your face. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes to let the moisture take hold. Then just rinse to discover the smoother, softer skin that is silky to the touch.

You can also use the Tamanu Oil as a facial scrub. All you have to do is mix it with sugar or salt granules into a paste. Then apply it to wet skin and scrub for at least 90 seconds. The deep down clean you’ll feel after you rinse is phenomenal. You’ll want to exfoliate your skin in this manner at least three times per week for the best results.

 

The Body Loves Tamanu Oil

One of the best reasons to use Tamanu Oil on the body is that it’s anti-microbial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory. It can help heal a variety of issues. One of the best ones that people look to Tamanu Oil for is that it can reduce the appearance of stretch marks, old and new. The newer ones are red in color and fresh like a wound. That’s why the Tamanu Oil can heal those rather quickly. The older ones might take a little longer, but the Linoleic Acid content is going to help to target stretch marks that have been on your body a while.

Sores, dry cracked skin, and even blisters can also be healed by Tamanu Oil. So having this on hand to rub all over your body is going to bring you better skin. You can even use it after shaving to prevent razor bumps and burns. This is especially helpful around the bikini line where razor irritation is quite common.

Foot fungus is also an issue tackled by Tamanu Oil. If you find that old school athlete's foot is an issue you face, you might find it gone for good with this effective oil. Just apply a light layer to the feet at night to combat this problem with its antibacterial properties.

Another body issue people encounter quite often is sunburn. It’s been proven that Tamanu Oil is considerably better at treating sunburn than aloe. Instantly cools your skin and acts as an anaesthetic solution. You’ll be healed in no time when using this oil instead of over-the-counter sunburn treatments that contain a bunch of numbing chemicals like Lidocaine. Heal the problem the all natural way with this powerful oil because the calophyllolide is a natural anti-inflammatory, and the lactone acts as an antibiotic.

 

Even Babies Can Benefit

One of the uses you might not have thought of is for diaper rash. Babies get this common irritation due to the fact of moisture gets trapped on their skin against their diapers. The topical healing properties of the Tamanu Oil is going to naturally heal your baby’s skin. Isn’t that much better than anything you find on the drugstore shelves that has a variety of ingredients you can’t pronounce? Trust in Tamanu Oil to take care of even the tiniest baby’s tush! Even though it's safe, effective and been used for centuries on the little ones, check with your child’s pediatrician before you start any home remedy.

 

Serious Skin Problems Healed

If you have some more serious skin issues, like eczema, psoriasis, or herpes sores, Tamanu Oil can help. Remember it was used decades ago for leprosy patients? It can heal the very worst skin conditions in people.

Severe burns have also been treated with this vital oil. So whether it's from boiling water, a hot element, or chemical burns they can benefit from Tamanu Oil’s extensive healing properties. That’s mainly due to the high fatty acid content, among other things.

Shingles is another serious skin issue that can be helped by the oil. Shingles is caused by the virus that is responsible for chickenpox. It’s commonly brought on in older people by stress and can be extremely painful to deal with. You can use it on its own, or combine it with a different carrier lotion, or oil such as coconut oil.

 

Hair Tips With Tamanu Oil

Since the Tamanu Oil is so hydrating, it’s bound to be terrific for hair health, right? Yes, of course it is! It doesn’t get any easier to use than for your hair care. One of the best ways to use the oil is as a pre-wash conditioner. The reason many people’s hair is so dry is because we tend to overwash it. By hydrating before getting it wet and washing it, you’ll notice that your hair is much softer, smoother, and easier to manage. All you have to do is apply 5-10 drops of the oil from root to the ends of your hair. Let it soak in for a good 10-15 minutes before you shower. That way the oils will have time to absorb into the hair shaft, forming a protective barrier against harsh water and shampoo. You don’t even have to do this every time you wash, just once or twice a week to notice a major difference in the feel of your hair.

Another way to use the oil is to smooth flyaways. You know those broken baby hairs that tend to stray away, especially when you put your hair in a ponytail or updo? Rub a couple of drops of the oil on your hands, and smooth down those errant hairs. You’ll find they stay in place much better with a touch of the Tamanu Oil.

 

How To Store Your Tamanu Oil

You should store your Tamanu Oil in a cool, dry place. Our bottles at RejuveNaturals are tinted amber dark, so that the oil isn’t going to be affected by the light. Tamanu Oil is one of the more sturdy oils available for beauty, so it’s not going to have such a short shelf life, like many other oils. It can stay good for up to five years, if you are careful with it. Your bathroom cabinet is even fine at room temperature, or by your bedside if you want to use it on a nightly basis.

 

Something Extra About Tamanu

The Tamanu Oil itself has a strong nutty scent that some people adore, but others don’t enjoy. If you find that the all natural smell of the oil is bothering you, it’s easy to remedy that with some key essential oils that you’ll love. Try lavender, frankincense, or rosehip seed to change up the scent of it and provide some extra benefits. Lavender is an essential oil made for calming, so it's perfect to use right before bedtime to lull you to sleep. Frankincense has been known to relieve anxiety and stress. Rosehip seed is perfect for correcting damage by free radicals in the environment. So you can see that by combining Tamanu with other essentials oils, it's not only going to alter the scent in a pleasing way, but it will provide you with a multitude of wellness solutions.

 

Where To Buy Tamanu Oil

RejuveNaturals is your one stop shop to find the absolute best in all natural, organic, certified oils that are cold pressed. True virgin oils that are second to none is the hallmark of our company’s mission. By bringing you only oils that are paraben and preservative free with no added fragrance, you are truly getting the very best single oils around for beauty uses.

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