Tamanu Oil is a totally unique and highly effective, broad-spectrum,
skin-care product.
100% USDA Certified Organic
100% Vanuatu, Tahitian Tamanu Oil - No additives added oils or preservatives
Cold Pressed/Unrefined/Virgin
California Academy of Health's search for the most potent
natural products has led us to the tropical island archipelago of Vanuatu where
tamanu, an oil rich in antioxidants, is produced.
Tamanu as it is known by native Tahitians is a “sacred oil.” Used for centuries
to naturally treat skin irritations and promote wound healing and regeneration
of new skin. Tamanu oil also possesses natural antibacterial and antifungal
properties and has demonstrated efficacy against various human and animal
pathogens.
As early as 1918, French researchers investigated the unique topical benefits of
tamanu oil. Traditionally, the oil has been used by Pacific islanders on cuts,
sores, burns, blemishes, rashes, bites and stings. three basic classes of lipids: neutral lipids, Tamanu oil contains
glycolipids, and phospholipids. Tamanu oil also contains a unique fatty acid called calophyllic acid, and a
novel immune supportive and anti-inflammatory agent called calophyllolide which
promotes the formation of new, healthy skin. Tamanu is not only topically immune
supportive, it is anti-inflammatory on the skin as well. Modern applications of tamanu oil are in the forms of advanced skin care products, anti-wrinkle creams
and lotions.
Tamanu Oil for
Wrinkles and Beautiful Skin:
Tamanu oil is extremely beneficial as a natural cosmetic product. Tamanu oil
absorbs rapidly into the skin, adding a youthful glow, without any residual greasiness or oiliness. Because of tamanu oil's high phospholipid and glycolipid
content is possesses potent anti-wrinkle properties. Daily application of tamanu oil may keep your skin feeling and look young.
Tamanu oil fades stretch marks with incredible results. It also works miracles on scar tissue, making
scars look less unsightly.
Tamanu for Topical First Aid and Wound Healing:
Due to its cicatrizing*, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities, oil of
tamanu is a versatile topical aid suitable for use in a broad range of skin conditions. Tamanu oil can be applied undiluted directly to skin. There are
no reports of adverse effects due to such application of tamanu.
*Tamanu oil possesses the capacity to promote the formation of new tissue when
applied to wounds or skin abrasions, thereby accelerating healing and the
growth of healthy skin. This process of wound healing forming new tissue is
known as cicatrization.
Chevalier J. Study on a new cicatrizing agent for cutaneous and mucous wounds,
oil of Calophyllum inophyllum [doctoral thesis]. Paris, France: Institut de Biologie Normale Superieure; October 1951.
Customer Testimonials:
"My 4 year old burned his finger the other day on the stove and using the Tamanu
oil really spend up the healing - much to my relief."
Thanks, Joan
"I had an accident where I cut my head open in 3 locations. Using Tamanu Oil the
cuts not only healed in a few days, but I had no scaring."
Tom
"I use the oil around my eyes at night before going to bed and within days my
crows feet were barely noticeable! I have used very expensive cosmetics from
famous name brands that did nothing - this oil is quite amazing."
Beautiful, Kim
"I have used Tamanu oil at my MedSpa in Temecula, CA for 3
years now with amazing results. Clients dab a drop or two around the eyes and
the corners of the mouth. I am a true believer." Marcus Ettinger DC, BSc. (A.L.C.,
Temecula)
Tamanu Oil General Information:
The average Ati Tree may produce over 200 pounds of Tamanu nuts per year netting
about 10 pounds of pure tamanu oil. The limited production of oil per tree, high
cost of extraction and purification, and the very expensive freight from Tahiti,
explain why tamanu oil is a fairly expensive and limited commodity.
First the fruits containing the nuts are cracked and naturally sun dried for
approximately 4-6 weeks. During this drying process the kernel turns a deep,
dark brown and becomes sticky, now rich in oil. The kernel is now ready and is
mechanically cold-pressed to extract the precious oil. The resulting tamanu oil
has a rich texture and has a greenish-amber color.
A number of scientific studies regarding tamanu oil have been published in
Europe and the U.S.
1. Cox PA, Banack SA. Islands, Plants and Polynesians. Portland, Oregon:
Dioscorides Press; 1991:52.
2. Petard P. Tahiti-Polynesian medicinal plants and Tahitian remedies. Noumea,
New Caledonia: South Pacific Commission; 1972.
3. Pillai SN, Desai MV, Shah HM. Antihelminthic properties of punnakai cake (Calophyllum
inophyllum). Indian Journal of Mycology and Plant Pathology. 1974;4(2):145-50.
4. Whistler WA. Tongan Herbal Medicine. Honolulu: University of Hawaii Press;
1992.
5. Jeanson M. Anti-leprous plants not belonging to the Flacourtiaceae family [in
French]. Bulletin of National Society of Acclimation on France, 1938.
6. Chevalier J. Study on a new cicatrizing agent for cutaneous and mucous
wounds, oil of Calophyllum inophyllum [doctoral thesis]. Paris, France: Institut
de Biologie Normale Superieure; October 1951.
7. Arora RB, Mathur CN, Seth SDH. Calophylloide, a complex coumarin
anticoagulant from Calophyllum inophyllum Lin. Journal Of Pharmacy and
Pharmacology 1962;14:534.
8. Bhalla TN, Saxena RC, Nigam SK, Misra G, Bhargava KP. Calophyllolide: a new
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent. Indian J Med Res. November 1980;72:762-5.
9. Bhushan B, Rangaswami S, Seshadri TR. Calaustralin, a new 4-phenylcoumarin
from the seed oil of Calophyllum inophyllum Linn. Indian Journal of Chemistry.
July 1975;13:746-7.
10. Gopalakrishnan C, Shankaranarayanan D, Nazimudeen SK, Viswanathan S,
Kameswaran L. Anti-inflammatory and C.N.S. depressant activities of xanthones
from Calophyllum inophyllum and Mesua ferrea. Indian Journal of Pharmacology.
1980;12(3):181-91.
11. Saxena RC, Nath R, Nigam SK, Bhargava KP. Effect of calophyllolide, a
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent, on capillary permeability. Journal of
Medicinal Plant Research. 1982;44:246-8.
12. Goh SH, Jantan I, Ibrahim J. A xanthone from Calophyllum inophyllum.
Phytochemistry. 1991;30(1):366-7.
13. Mahmud S, Rizwani GR, Ahmad M, Ali S, Perveen S, Ahmad VU. Antimicrobial
studies on fractions and pure compounds of Calophyllum inophyllum Linn. Pakistan
Journal of Pharmacology. July 1998;15(2):13-25.
14. Sundaram BM, Gopalkrishnan C, Subramanian S. Antibacterial activity of
xanthones from Calophyllum inophyllum L. Arogya Journal of Health Science.
1986;XII:48-9.
15. Hemavathy J, Prabhakar JV. Lipid composition of Calophyllum inophyllum
kernel. Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society. December 1990;67(12):
955-7.
16. Wheatley JI. A Guide to the Common Trees of Vanuatu. Port Vila, Vanuatu:
Department of Forestry; 1992.
17. Abbott IA. La’au Hawaii, Traditional Hawaiian Uses Of Plants. Honolulu:
Bishop Museum Press; 1992.
18. Sidi E. Oil of Calophyllum inophyllum in dermatology. La vie medicale. May
1955:82-8.
19. Pocidalo JJ, Chaslot M. Oil of Calophyllum inophyllum on experimental burns
[separate report]. Communication of the Society of Biology February 12, 1955.
20. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. Dr. Duke’s
Phytochemical and Ethnobotanical Databases Web site. Available at: <www.ars-grin.gov/cgi-bin/duke/chem-activities.pl>.
Accessed October 3, 2003.
21. Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases database “Bugs” Index Web site.
Available at: <www.medinfo.ufl.edu/ year2/mmid/bms5300/bugs/>. Accessed October
3, 2003.
22. Lederer E, Dietrich P, Polonsky J. On the chemical constitution of
calophylloide and calophyllic acid from the nuts of Calophyllum inophyllum.
Bulletin of the French Chemical Society. 1953;5:546-9.
Suggested usage:
Apply 1-2 drops to desired area. May be applied throughout the
day or as desired.
Tamanu Oil Profile -
Size: 2 fluid ounces
Botanical Name - Calophyllum tacamahaca and/or Calophyllum inophyllum depending
on reference.
Origin - Vanuatu, Tahiti
Extraction - Cold Pressed/Unrefined/Virgin
Shelf life - 10-12 months
Notes - Stores well under any condition but extreme heat will lessen the shelf
life. Our Tamanu oil has a rich, deep scent with a dark color. Tamanu oil can be
used directly on the skin or diluted with a suitable carrier oil (olive oil).
Manufactured for external use only. Do not use this product if you have an
allergy to tree nuts.
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