Cosmos-certified organic Tamanu oil

Information

Practical information :

• Botanical name: Calophyllum inophyllum
• Appearance: Dark green to light brown oily liquid
• Odour: nutty, earthy aroma
• Texture: Rich yet non-greasy, it quickly penetrates the skin, leaving a sensation of hydration without greasy residue.

Extraction process :

After drying in the sun, the oil is meticulously extracted from the kernels by cold pressing and then filtered to remove all impurities, making it a precious, pure oil.

Benefits and Properties :

• Enhanced healing: Promotes healing of wounds, cuts, scrapes and burns thanks to its healing properties.
• Skin care: Effective against scars, stretch marks and ulcers, helping to restore and improve skin appearance.
• Antifungal properties: Useful in the treatment of fungal infections of the skin, such as athlete's foot.
• Hydration: Rapidly penetrates the skin without leaving a greasy residue, providing deep, long-lasting hydration.
• Anti-inflammatory: Helps reduce inflammation and skin irritation, beneficial for conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
• Antioxidant protection: Contains antioxidants that protect the skin against damage caused by free radicals and external aggressors.
• Hair care: Can be used to treat dry scalp and promote healthy hair, enhancing shine and vigor.

Properties :

Tamanu oil's properties are distinguished from its benefits by the chemical and physical aspects that contribute to its effectiveness.

Emollient property: Its ability to soften and soothe the skin.

• Antibacterial activity: Contains compounds that help inhibit the growth of bacteria on the skin.
• Rich in fatty acids: High in essential fatty acids, notably linoleic and oleic acid, which nourish and maintain the integrity of the skin barrier.
• Antioxidant content: Source of powerful antioxidants, such as vitamin E and polyphenols, which help protect skin against oxidative stress.
• Analgesic properties: Can offer pain relief thanks to its natural analgesic effects, useful for soothing muscle or joint pain.
• Regenerative properties: Promotes cell renewal, helping the skin to regenerate and repair itself.

Composition of Tamanu Oil :

Essential fatty acids :

• Linoleic acid (Omega-6): approx. 38% - This polyunsaturated fatty acid is essential for the skin's barrier function and has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Oleic acid (Omega-9): approx. 34% - A monounsaturated fatty acid that helps keep skin moisturized, supple and resilient.
• Palmitic acid: approx. 13% - A saturated fatty acid that helps protect and moisturize the skin by forming a barrier against moisture loss.
• Stearic acid: approx. 12% - This saturated fatty acid helps protect the skin's surface and maintain its suppleness and integrity.

Vitamins and other compounds:

• Vitamin E (Tocopherol): A powerful antioxidant that protects skin cells against oxidative stress and promotes healing.
• Calophyllolide: A compound unique to Tamanu oil with anti-inflammatory properties.
• Lactone: Has antibacterial properties and contributes to the oil's effectiveness in treating skin disorders.
• Phytosterols: These compounds have anti-inflammatory effects and help soothe and calm irritated skin.

Recommended for which skin type :

Tamanu oil is beneficial for various skin types, thanks to its moisturizing, healing and anti-inflammatory properties.

• Problem skin: Ideal for acne-prone skin thanks to its antibacterial and healing properties.

• Dry skin: Provides deep hydration and helps restore the skin's natural moisture barrier.
• Mature skin: Helps prevent the signs of aging thanks to its antioxidant properties that combat free radical damage.
• Sensitive skin: anti-inflammatory properties soothe irritation

How to store Tamanu oil :

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Make sure it's securely closed.
• It generally keeps for up to 12 months after opening.

Tips and Tricks for the Soap Maker :

Unsaponifiables :

Here are the main unsaponifiables present in Tamanu oil:

The unsaponifiable components of Tamanu oil are particularly interesting for their beneficial properties in your soap:

• Calophyllolide: A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory that helps reduce inflammation and redness.
• Inophylline: A powerful antibacterial compound that supports the treatment of skin infections.
• Calophyllic acid: A unique fatty acid that contributes to cell regeneration and healing.
• Calophyllolides: A non-sedative lactone with soothing and protective properties for the skin.
• Phytosterols: Help restore the barrier

Its saponification value
:

The saponification value of Tamanu oil, also known as Calophyl oil, is 145, which means that it takes 0.145 g of NAOH pearl soda to saponify 1 g of Tamanu oil. This information will help you calculate your own recipe.

In your calculator, you'll need to choose "Tamanu Oil" or "Tamanu Oil, Kamani. "

The maximum content in your recipe is 5%.

Tips :

Tamanu oil is unstable, so we recommend using it by adding it to the surgras trace, up to a maximum of 10%. This method preserves its properties while ensuring the stability of your product.

Trace management

• Controlled temperature: Make sure your oils and detergent are at a similar, moderate temperature of 37-43°C. This allows better integration of the Tamanu oil without accelerating the trace.
• Adding to the trace: introduce Tamanu oil at the end of the light trace rather than at the beginning of the mixture. This helps maintain its beneficial properties and prevents it from reacting too quickly with the detergent.
• Formulation: Balance the recipe with oils that reach the trace more quickly, such as coconut butter or shea butter.

Additions / Superfatting :

• Additives: Additives such as sugar, honey, plant extracts or milk can accelerate the trace. If you find that Tamanu oil slows down the process too much, consider adding one of these ingredients in small quantities to adjust the saponification speed.

Mussels:

Be aware that the reaction between soda and oils can generate heat. Use our appropriate molds and monitor the temperature throughout the process to avoid the freezing phase in your soaps.

Our molds are flexible, making them easy to remove from the mold once the soap has hardened. What's more, they enable better heat distribution during the saponification process, promoting optimal soap setting.

Tips and Usage for Solid Shampoo and Conditioner :

Add 10 ml of Tamanu oil to our homemade solid shampoo recipe, . Be sure to mix well so that the oil is evenly distributed throughout the solid shampoo.

1. Deep hydration: Thanks to its richness in fatty acids, Tamanu oil intensely moisturizes the scalp and hair, which is particularly beneficial for dry, damaged hair.
2. Antifungal properties: Helps combat dandruff and other scalp problems caused by fungi, maintaining a healthy scalp.

The indications and advice given above are provided for information purposes only, based on reputable sources in aromatherapy, soap-making and phytotherapy.
They should in no way be considered as medical advice.
It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
It is essential to consult a health professional before using essential oils or any other product mentioned.
Furthermore, please note that the product discussed in this context is not intended for consumption.