Tamanu Oil: A Pacific Island Secret for Happy Skin
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Tamanu oil might not be something you’ve heard of before—but once you try it, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. This rich, green oil comes from the nuts of the tamanu tree (Calophyllum inophyllum), which grows along warm, sandy coastlines in the Pacific Islands. For generations, local communities have used tamanu oil to care for cuts, burns, bites, rashes, and other skin troubles. Now, it’s making its way into modern natural health care routines and skincare products for one simple reason: it works!
What is Tamanu Oil?
Tamanu oil is made by cold-pressing the sun-dried nuts of the tamanu tree. It has a thick texture, deep green colour, and a slightly nutty, earthy, curry scent. At Zurma, our tamanu oil is certified organic and completely pure—no fillers, no chemical solvents, just nature doing its thing.
Why is it Good for Skin?
Tamanu oil is full of goodness that your skin loves. It helps calm irritation, supports healing, and keeps skin soft and smooth. People use it to help with:
– Acne, including red and inflamed breakouts
– Scars and stretch marks
– Dry, flaky patches
– Eczema, rashes, or nappy rash
– Minor cuts, scrapes or insect bites
Its magic comes from a mix of natural plant compounds that help reduce redness, fight off germs, and encourage your skin to repair itself. It’s like giving your skin the tools it needs to bounce back, naturally.
How Do You Use It?
Tamanu oil is very versatile. You can:
– Dab a little directly onto blemishes or scars
– Blend it with lighter oils (like jojoba or rosehip) for a daily face oil
– Add it to your homemade balms or lotions
– Use it on dry hands, cracked heels, or flaky elbows
It’s thick, so start with a small amount and see how your skin feels. It absorbs best when applied to slightly damp skin, like after a shower or spritz of hydrosol.
Is Tamanu Oil Safe for Everyone?
Tamanu oil is generally gentle and well-tolerated, but it is made from a tree nut—so if you have nut allergies, it’s best to avoid it. For everyone else, we recommend patch testing a small area first, just to be sure.
Why We Love It at Zurma
Our tamanu oil is wild-harvested and cold-pressed to keep all its natural benefits intact. It’s been trusted in traditional medicine for centuries—and now you can enjoy it too, straight from nature to your skincare shelf.
Tamanu oil isn’t just a trend. It’s a time-tested, skin-loving oil that brings calm, comfort, and healing to all kinds of skin challenges. Give it a try—your skin will thank you.
Check out our Tamanu Lanolin Salve Creme as its great for faces & bodies that need extra moisturizing and protection. Also excellent for psoriasis, eczema, cuts, scrapes and for use on extra dry, sun damaged or aged skin. A must have Nourishing Healing Creme for the medicine cupboard.