How to Buy Tamanu Oil

Tamanu oil is a natural beauty ointment for the skin, used widely in the South Pacific. It is gaining in popularity in the United States, and is thought to benefit a variety of skin complaints, from scrapes to diaper rash. It is comprised of lipids and oils that repair and rebuild skin cells.

What is Tamanu Oil

• Oil of tamanu (calophyllum inophyllum) is oil from the nut of a tree native to Tahiti and other Southern Pacific islands. The oil is a rich green color with a mild and pleasant aroma, and is used by native islanders as a treatment for a variety of skin conditions.

Uses of Tamanu Oil

• Tamanu oil is a topical treatment that promotes new tissue growth, thereby speeding the process of healing for wounds, scrapes, cuts, acne scars, eczema and other skin conditions. It is added to some cosmetics but can also be used on its own. It is sometimes used as a massage oil and is thought to help relieve symptoms of rheumatism and sciatica.

Where to Buy Tamanu Oil

• Tamanu oil is widely used in the Pacific islands, but it is less known in North America. It may be available at some natural health stores, but is easiest to purchase through online vendors.