Tamanu Oil [Organic]

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Organic Tamanu Oil

Organic Tamanu Oil is a very beneficial oil, which is why it makes regular appearances in high-end skincare products.

It is particularly sought after for its collagen promoting properties, as well as its wound healing and scar reduction potential.

As an anti-inflammatory oil, it also helps to balance and even out our complexions.

Wild As The Wind Organic Tamanu Oil is a wild crafted oil, making it particularly special.

However, it is an aromatic oil, made from nuts, so it is not suitable for everyone.

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Organic Tamanu Oil Health Benefits

Organic Tamanu Oil health benefits are thought to include: analgesic + anti-ageing + antibacterial + antifungal + anti-inflammatory + antimicrobial + antioxidant + cicatrisant (wound healing)

There have been a number of in vitro and in vivo studies investigating various skin-active properties of tamanu oil, and it has been proven to have potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, analgesic, and even wound-healing abilities. These properties make tamanu oil an especially interesting candidate for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD). This multifaceted disease is marked by the disruption of the skin barrier function, chronic inflammation, and skin microbiome dysbiosis with limited treatment options, [that are] free from adverse events and inexpensive, making [this condition] desperate for a new treatment option.¹

Please read the Wild As The Wind Wildcrafted Organic Tamanu Oil section in Ultimate Guide To Carrier Oils, for more science-backed health benefits.

Wildcrafted Organic Tamanu Oil Is Beautiful

The colour of Organic Tamanu Oil is pretty splendid. It is a deep amber-green in colour which emits a cooling, calming and relaxing vibe simply through the power of suggestion.

But, the benefits aren’t purely psychological… being anti-inflammatory, Organic Tamanu Oil, can indeed dampen the flames within our skin.

Tamanu is one of the more aromatic carrier oils, with a rich earthy scent.

Wildcrafted Organic Tamanu Oil Traditional Uses

There are an awful lot of traditional uses of Organic Tamanu Oil. These are just a few:

• Pain relief + sciatica
• Appeasing & healing cold sores + shingles
• Healing burns + blisters
• Shingles
• Scar healing – even aged scars
• Wound healing
• Insect bites
• Eczema
• Acne + rosacea
• Treating blemishes
• Nappy rash
• Sun tanning oil + after sun oil

As an antibacterial oil, some cultures recommend using Tamanu Oil for Acne. As it has a reasonably low comedogenic value, it is unlikely to clog pores.

The comedogenic value of Tamanu Oil is 2.

Organic Tamanu Oil is also antifungal and so it’s great for body-wide use, promoting really healthy skin.

Organic Tamanu Oil & Ageing

Organic Tamanu Oil possesses a unique Essential Fatty Acid (EFA) profile. (EFAs are nature’s ultimate moisturiser.)

The EFA that is unique to Organic Tamanu Oil is Calophyllic acid, which is antibacterial, antifungal, and stimulates wound healing.

Using Organic Tamanu Oil facially results in glowing skin which appears more plump and youthful owing to its deep moisturising effects.

As Organic Tamanu Oil promotes collagen production, lasting results can be obtained.

Organic Tamanu Oil is similar in a number of ways to Organic Rosehip Oil, with Organic Tamanu being the more viscous of the two.

Organic Tamanu Oil For Sun Protection

Several scientific studies have proven that Organic Tamanu Oil possesses ultraviolet protective properties. The studies state that the UV protection provided ranges between SPF 11 and SPF 24.

One study specifically identifies the protective nature of Organic Tamanu Oil for the eyes.

For more information about Organic Tamanu Oil, and other carrier oils for sun protection, please visit: Carrier Oils For UV Protection.

Using sun protective essential oils with UV protective carrier oils can also elevate our protection levels.

Sun burn is an oxidative process. This means that all sun protective carrier oils benefit from the addition of antioxidant essential oils, for use in the sun.

Wild As The Wind Sun Tanning Essential Oil Blend has been specifically formulated for this purpose.

To learn more about the SPF values of essential oils, and which oils to avoid using whilst enjoying the sun, please visit: Essential Oils For Sun Protection.

Organic Tamanu Oil For Scars & Wound Healing

Tamanu Oil is arguably the best carrier oil for wound healing and scar reduction.

Tamanu oil has traditionally been used to treat various skin problems. The oil has wound-healing and skin-regenerating capabilities and encourages the growth of new skin cells, all of which are helpful for fading scars and hyperpigmentation, as well as promoting an all-around glow.²

Several studies have identified a number of beneficial constituents in Tamanu Oil for this purpose. These properties can help reduce inflammation, promote collagen production, help wounds heal faster and reduce the appearance of scarring.

It is widely used to treat scars, burns, diabetic wounds, and abrasions. The oil is reported to contain constituents such as calophyllolide, inophyllum C, inophyllum D, inophyllum E, inophyllum P, tamanolide D, tamanolide P, calanolide A, calanolide B, and calanolide D. Calophyllolide, the major constituent, is responsible for anti-coagulant, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, wound-healing, antioxidant and anti-microbial properties. Tamanu oil is also effective in scar removal, reduction of stretch marks, and treatment of psoriasis, eczema, skin allergies, sunburn, and acne.²

Tamanu Oil has been shown to speed up wound closure times within clinical research settings, and improve skin barrier function, whilst also reducing inflammation and the incidence of pigmentation of scars. As an antimicrobial it also protects the wound from infection.³

Using Organic Tamanu Oil For Scars & Wound Healing

Tamanu Oil is a viscous oil, and benefits from being diluted with another carrier oil. As there are several carrier oils that provide anti-scarring benefits, Organic Tamanu Oil can be diluted by more than one option.

For optimal benefits, the concentration of Tamanu Oil in any blend should be c. 50%.

Consider diluting Organic Tamanu Oil with the following:

• Organic Jojoba Oil
• Organic Rosehip Oil
• Organic Sweet Almond Oil

Consider a 50:50 blend of Organic Tamanu Oil with Unrefined Moringa Oil for eczema and dermatitis, etc. This is one of the ultimate combinations for dry skin conditions.

There are also a number of essential oils that are very helpful at reducing scarring and speeding up wound healing. Some of them are also anti-inflammatory and analgesic:

• Organic Frankincense Carteri Essential Oil
• Organic Geranium Essential Oil
• Copaiba Essential Oil
• Organic Lavender Essential Oil
• Organic Palmarosa Essential Oil
• Organic Carrot Seed Essential Oil

Wild As The Wind Bath & Body Oil No. 8

In an effort to make thing more affordable for you Wild As The Wind provide a pre-blended option of these oils. Bath & Body Oil No. 8 contains 50% Organic Tamanu Oil, alongside the other carrier oils and essential oils mentioned above.

You will find more information about the benefits of these oils for scarring and wound healing on the Bath & Body Oil No. 8 product page.

Organic Tamanu Oil Safety

Non-toxic, hypoallergenic and non-irritating

Contraindications

If you have sensitive skin, or if you do a lot of sun bathing, there’s a remote chance you may have a slight reaction to this Wild As The Wind Wildcrafted Organic Tamanu Oil.

Not suitable for those with a nut allergy.

Only suitable for topical application.

It is always advisable to perform a patch test, prior to topical application

Perform A Patch Test

It is always advisable to perform a patch test, prior to topical application of a carrier oil. This is especially true before using carrier oils on your face.

Please refer to Performing A Patch Test for more information.

If you wish to use your Wild As The Wind oil as a carrier oil for a number of Organic Essential Oils, please refer to Diluting Essential Oils.

Wild As The Wind Carrier Oil Resources

• Carrier Oil Uses
• Carrier Oils For Sun Protection
• Healthy Fats & Oils – for ingestion and topical application
• Ultimate Guide To Carrier Oils

Wild As The Wind Wildcrafted Organic Tamanu Oil

Wild As The Wind Wildcrafted Organic Tamanu Oil is a beautiful blue, mildly aromatic, oil.

INCI: Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
Plant Family: Calophyllaceae
Comedogenic Rating: 2
Country Of Origin: Madagascar

Clinical Sources

1. Potential of Tamanu (Calophyllum inophyllum) Oil for Atopic Dermatitis Treatment: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8782620/

2. An Integrated Computational and Experimental Approach to Formulate Tamanu Oil Bigels as Anti-Scarring Agent: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38256935/

3. Potential of Tamanu (Calophyllum inophyllum) Oil for Atopic Dermatitis Treatment: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8782620/

4. Tamanu oil and skin active properties: From traditional to modern cosmetic uses: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327719956_Tamanu_oil_and_skin_active_properties_From_traditional_to_modern_cosmetic_uses

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils are premium quality, therapeutic grade carrier oils which are perfect for aromatherapy.

All of the Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils are cold pressed to retain an optimal nutrient density of each carrier oil.

Professional therapists use Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils and Organic Essential Oils, including Osteopaths and Massage Therapists.

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils are also used domestically, for the creation of bath and body oils, as well as bases for home remedies.

*Body oils are also known as massage oils.

Certain Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils are used for hair and beard oils.

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils Are Suitable For:

• Making body & bath oils (1% dilution of Organic Essential Oils)
• Using in your household first aid kit (average 2% dilution of Organic Essential Oils)
• Used to make face oils (2% dilution of Organic Essential Oils)
• Certain Organic Carrier Oils can be used on their own for wound healing and scar healing
• Many Organic Carrier Oils have a natural SPF value

Please refer to How To Use Essential Oils for the correct dilutions of essential oils and carrier oils.

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oil Availability

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils are available in the UK.

Wild As The Wind Customer Guarantees

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils are cruelty-free & vegan friendly. They are also some of the purest, most bio-active Organic Carrier Oils in the world.

Wild As The Wind carries a Wildcrafted Organic Rosehip Seed Oil also.

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils Packaging

Wild As The Wind Organic Carrier Oils are bottled in an amber glass bottle with an aluminium lid.

Wild As The Wind is a member of Bristol Green Partnership & is committed to reducing the use of plastics in skincare & cosmetics.

Wild As The Wind Ethics

Wild As The Wind products are suitable for everyone, including Vegetarians & Vegans.

Wild As The Wind products do not contain any animal products & have not been tested on animals. Only premium quality ingredients are used, with a preference for Organic Essential Oils & Organic Carrier Oils wherever possible.