Indigenous to tropical Southeast Asia, the Tamanu tree is considered a sacred gift from nature. Known for its healing properties, Tamanu oil is cold pressed from the tree’s kernels and turned into a thick, sticky substance. Tamanu oil is not only a wonderful skin healing agent but also an antibiotic and antimicrobial.
In fact, according to Live Strong, Kat Burki, CEO and founder of Kat Burki Skincare, says, “’Cold-pressed choices such as Tamanu oil are higher in antioxidants and essential fatty acids, resulting in increased cell turnover, faster skin regeneration and strong healing abilities.’”
In addition to those reasons, here’s why you should stock up on Tamanu oil especially before summer arrives:
It’s An Antibiotic
Tamanu oil offers a natural remedy for a number of illnesses. Proven to work as a highly effective antibiotic, Tamanu oil has been known to treat warts, acne, rashes, infected wounds, and even athlete’s foot. And get this – it can be safely and effectively used to treat diaper rash and worn as an all-natural deodorant.
Say “Goodbye” To Inflammation
Like many other natural oils, Tamanu oil is also a great anti-inflammatory. This makes it a smart option for those struggling with acne, psoriasis, and sciatica. In fact, the anti- inflammatory properties of Tamanu oil are so powerful, they can be used to treat mosquito bites. So instead of bathing in toxin-filled bug repellant and anti-itch cream this summer, just rub some Tamanu oil into your skin to lessen any irritation. I bet your calamine lotion has nothing on this!
Love Your Skin Again
If acne and blemishes have left you feeling down, Tamanu oil could be the secret to getting your fresh face back. Tamanu oil promotes the healing of the body’s tissue and quickly heals anything from infected wounds to leftover scarring. To make it that much better, Tamanu oil has also been known reduce the look of stretch marks, abrasions, sunburns, and age spots. And it infiltrates several layers of the skin which makes it absolutely ideal for summer use.
It’ll Get Rid of Ingrown Hairs
Remember how I said Tamanu oil is perfect for summer? Yeah, this is yet another reason why. Due to those helpful anti-inflammatory properties we love so much, tamanu oil is perfect for getting rid of ingrown hairs. It’ll help heal painful bumps and get rid of any swelling that occurs near the site of the ingrown hair. So if you have any ingrown hairs you need to get rid of before debuting your bikini body, you’d better find a pair of tweezers and start rubbing on that oil.
Although only a few were mentioned, there are so many benefits to Tamanu oil. With all of these health and beauty benefits, Tamanu oil should really be more recognized. It is definitely one of my favorite beauty secrets.
