Carrier Oil - Tamanu (Calophyllum Inophyllum)

Tamanu Carrier Oil – Cold Pressed (Calophyllum inophyllum)

🌿 Botanical Profile

• Botanical Name: Calophyllum inophyllum L.

• Common Names: Alexandrian Laurel, Indian Laurel, Kamanu, Kamani, Ati Tree, Beauty Leaf Oil, Foraha Oil, Punna Oil

• Part Used: Nut Kernels

• Extraction Method: Cold Pressed

• Origin: India

Our organically crafted Tamanu Oil, often referred to as Green Gold, is cold-pressed from the nut kernels of the Calophyllum inophyllum tree, native to tropical regions such as India, Polynesia, and Southeast Asia. Renowned for centuries in traditional Pacific Island medicine, Tamanu Oil is cherished for its powerful skin-healing properties.

This luxurious, thick oil is rich in fatty acids and bioactive compounds like Calophyllolide (anti-inflammatory) and Delta-Tocotrienol (a potent form of Vitamin E), making it a powerhouse for skincare and haircare alike.

💧 Fatty Acid Profile (% Range):

• Palmitic Acid (C16:0): 10.00 – 18.50%

• Stearic Acid (C18:0): 11.00 – 20.00%

• Oleic Acid (C18:1 n-9): 36.00 – 53.00%

• Linoleic Acid (C18:2 n-6): 20.00 – 38.00%

• Alpha-Linolenic Acid (C18:3 n-3): Max 1.00%

✨ Reported Benefits & Uses

• Deeply moisturizes dry or damaged skin

• Helps reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks, fine lines, and wrinkles

• Soothes irritation, redness, and inflammatory skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis)

• Promotes wound healing and scar tissue regeneration

• Naturally antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory

• Supports a healthy scalp and may help thicken hair follicles

• Helps reduce hyperpigmentation and protects from environmental stressors

💡 How to Use

• Face & Skin: Apply a few drops directly or blend into your favorite serum or moisturizer.

• Hair & Scalp: Massage into the scalp or add to your hair mask for strength and shine.

• DIY Formulas: Excellent in creams, balms, salves, and after-sun products.

⚠️ Precautions & Safety

Not recommended for use by individuals with nut allergies. Patch test prior to use. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dark place.