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Foraha Tamanu Carrier Oil Organic

Calophyllum inophyllum

THE SACRED "GREEN GOLD" OF POLYNESIA AND MADAGASCAR. AN EXTRAORDINARY RESIN-RICH HEALING OIL RENOWNED FOR RAPID CELLULAR REGENERATION, SCAR REVISION, CYSTIC ACNE PURIFICATION, AND COMPLEXION EVENING. BOOSTS DERMAL MICROCIRCULATION TO FADE DARK UNDER-EYE CIRCLES AND SOOTHES CHRONIC INFLAMMATION WITH A COMEDOGENIC RATING OF 2.

IDENTIFICATION

  • INCI Name: Calophyllum inophyllum (Tamanu) Seed Oil
  • CAS Numbers: 241148-25-4, 223748-12-7
  • SKU Code: CO-FOR-0100
  • Extraction Method: Cold Pressed (mechanical)
  • Parts Used: Sun-dried Nut Kernels
  • Origin: Madagascar, Vietnam, Indonesia, India
  • Common Names: Tamanu oil, Foraha oil, Calophylla oil, Alexandrian Laurel, Indian Laurel, Kamani, Kamanu, Ati Tree, Beach Calophyllum
  • Appearance: Rich olive green to deep dark green, viscous liquid oil (may naturally separate or form sediment; fluidifies and blends easily)
  • Odour Note: Robust, characteristic spicy, nutty, curry-like, earthy green aroma
  • Solubility: Soluble in fixed plant oils; insoluble in water and pure alcohol
  • Quality: 100% pure, natural, unrefined organic carrier oil; free from solvents, preservatives, or artificial additives; cosmetic grade

COMPOSITION & NUTRIENT PROFILE

  • 41.00% Oleic Acid (Omega-9): Delivers intense nourishment, softens tough scar tissue, and carries active resinous bio-compounds deep into skin layers.
  • 39.00% Linoleic Acid (Omega-6): Essential fatty acid that restores compromised epidermal barriers, accelerates cellular repair, and prevents moisture loss.
  • 28.00% Saturated Fatty Acids (Stearic & Palmitic Acids): Provide a protective, breathable dermal barrier that shields delicate skin from environmental aggressors.
  • Active Calophyllic Acid & Calophyllolide: Rare, unique bioactive molecules (neoflavonoids and natural coumarin lactones) possessing extraordinary cicatrizing (wound-healing), anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
  • Natural Tocopherols (Vitamin E): Potent fat-soluble antioxidants that neutralize destructive free radicals and support lipid membrane stability.

STORAGE & SOLIDIFICATION ADVISORY

Store in a cool, dry, and dark place, protected from direct sunlight and heat. Because raw, unrefined Tamanu oil contains natural botanical resins, waxes, and saturated fatty acids, it may naturally thicken, develop cloudy sediment, or semi-solidify at temperatures below 18°C–20°C.

  • To Re-liquefy: Simply place the tightly sealed bottle in a cup of lukewarm to hot water (below 50°C) for 20–30 seconds and shake vigorously before dispensing. This completely restores its smooth, uniform green fluidity without affecting its therapeutic efficacy.

SHORT DESCRIPTION & ETHNOBOTANICAL HERITAGE

  • The Sacred "Green Gold": Revered for millennia by indigenous Polynesian islanders and Malagasy traditional healers, the Tamanu tree was considered a sacred gift of nature. The cold-pressed green oil from its cured nut kernels was traditionally applied to treat severe wounds, burns, infected cuts, leprosy lesions, and coral scrapes.
  • Unique Curing Process: Freshly fallen Tamanu nuts have no oil inside. They must be sun-cured for several weeks on outdoor racks, during which the kernels transform into a dark, sticky mass bursting with rich emerald oil and therapeutic resins.
  • Microcirculation & Vascular Support: Beyond topical barrier repair, Tamanu oil is renowned in traditional phytotherapy for stimulating vascular microcirculation, making it exceptional for decongesting under-eye bags, minimizing spider veins, and easing heavy, tired legs.
  • Targeted Pigmentation Regulator: Its unique synergy of resinous lactones and fatty acids helps regulate melanin synthesis, making it highly effective at clearing stubborn post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), sun spots, and dark blemishes.

KEY PROPERTIES & BENEFITS

For the Skin:
  • Comedogenic Rating: 2 (Hardly comedogenic; well tolerated by all skin types, including reactive, cystic acne-prone, dry, and combination skins).
  • Exceptional Scar Revision & Cicatrization (+++): Stimulates the formation of new tissue (cellular proliferation), visibly reducing the depth and redness of acne scars, surgical scars, and stretch marks.
  • Potent Anti-Inflammatory & Pain Relief (++): Soothes irritated, burning, and atopic skin barriers; eases the discomfort of eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dermatitis, and minor burns.
  • Vascular Tonifying & Decongestant (+++): Stimulates microcapillary circulation to drain fluid retention in under-eye bags and fade dark blue/purple under-eye shadows.
  • Antimicrobial & Antifungal (+): Helps eliminate acne-causing bacteria and skin mycoses, clearing blemishes while keeping pores clean.
  • Deeply Restorative & Anti-Aging (++): Enhances skin firmness and suppleness, defending against oxidative photo-aging and smoothing fine lines.
For Hair & Scalp:
  • Scalp Clarifying & Anti-Dandruff: Calms itchy, inflamed, and flaky scalps, balancing the dermal microbiome.
  • Follicle Nourishment: Stearic and linoleic acids help clear sebum buildup around hair roots, strengthening strands from follicle to tip.

HOW TO USE & DILUTION PROTOCOLS

Application Guidelines:
  • Targeted Spot Application: Use pure (neat) directly on localized blemishes, scars, dark spots, minor burns, insect bites, or under-eye bags.
  • Sensitive Skin Dilution: For generalized facial care or delicate, reactive complexions, blend Tamanu oil at a 10% to 30% concentration into a gentle carrier base (such as Jojoba, Macadamia, Rosehip, or Sweet Almond oil).

TARGETED RECIPES & DIY SYNERGIES

1. Spot Corrector & Post-Acne Scar Serum

A targeted, high-potency spot elixir designed to accelerate wound closure, smooth textured scars, and fade dark post-blemish pigmentation.

  • Recipe:
    • 30 ml (approx. 2 tbsp) Organic Rosehip Seed Carrier Oil
    • 10 ml (approx. 2 tsp) Foraha Tamanu Carrier Oil Organic
    • 10 ml (approx. 2 tsp) Organic Neem Carrier Oil (or Jojoba Oil)
    • 8–12 drops Organic Frankincense Essential Oil
  • Instructions:
    1. Measure all ingredients into a 50 ml amber glass dropper bottle.
    2. Close the cap tightly and roll the bottle between your palms to blend.
    3. Apply 1–2 drops directly onto cleansed blemishes, active scars, or pigmented marks every morning and evening.
2. De-Puffing & Dark Circles Under-Eye Roll-On

A lightweight, circulatory-stimulating eye serum that drains fluid build-up, firms delicate orbital skin, and lightens under-eye circles.

  • Recipe:
    • 3 ml Organic Prickly Pear Seed Carrier Oil
    • 3 ml Organic Rosehip Seed Carrier Oil
    • 3 ml Foraha Tamanu Carrier Oil Organic
    • 1 ml Organic Rice Bran Carrier Oil
    • 2–3 drops Organic Rose Geranium (or Helichrysum) Essential Oil
  • Instructions:
    1. Combine all oils in a 10 ml glass roll-on applicator bottle.
    2. Shake gently to integrate.
    3. Glide the rollerball under both eyes along the orbital bone before bedtime, then gently tap the oil with your ring finger until absorbed.
3. Intensive Eczema & Inflamed Skin Relief Oil

A deeply soothing, barrier-restructuring body and face oil formulated to calm severe dryness, redness, itchiness, and atopic flare-ups.

  • Recipe:
    • 50 ml Organic Hemp Seed Carrier Oil
    • 30 ml Foraha Tamanu Carrier Oil Organic
    • 10 ml Organic Black Cumin (Nigella) Seed Carrier Oil
    • 10 ml Organic Sea Buckthorn Carrier Oil
    • 6 drops Organic German Chamomile (or Lavender) Essential Oil
  • Instructions:
    1. Whisk all carrier and essential oils together in a sanitized glass beaker.
    2. Pour into a 100 ml dark dropper or pump bottle.
    3. Massage gently over irritated, flaky, or eczema-prone skin patches 2–3 times daily.
4. Soothing Joint & Muscle Recovery Body Rub

A warming, vascular-support massage oil that comforts aching joints, sore muscles, and tired legs.

  • Recipe:
    • 30 ml Foraha Tamanu Carrier Oil Organic
    • 50 ml Organic Jojoba (or Sesame) Carrier Oil
    • 20 ml Organic Sweet Almond Carrier Oil
    • 10 drops Organic Cypress Essential Oil
    • 8 drops Organic Rosemary Essential Oil
    • 6 drops Organic Peppermint Essential Oil
  • Instructions:
    1. Mix carrier oils together in a 100 ml bottle.
    2. Add the essential oils and invert several times to disperse.
    3. Massage vigorously into stiff joints, aching muscles, or along the legs in upward strokes toward the heart.

SAFETY & CAUTIONS

  • Skin Patch Test: Due to its rich concentration of botanical resins and natural nut-derived lipids, always perform a patch test on a small area of the inner forearm 48 hours prior to full application.
  • Nut Allergy Precaution: Extracted from the nut kernels of the Calophyllum inophyllum tree. Individuals with severe tree nut allergies should exercise caution and consult an allergist before use.
  • Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Warning: While topical carrier oils are generally safe, if formulating with essential oils, avoid use during the first 3 months of pregnancy and while breastfeeding unless supervised by a healthcare practitioner.
  • External Use Only: Strictly for topical cosmetic and aromatherapy applications. Do not ingest. Keep out of reach of children and pets.