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Tamanu oil

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Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Calophyllum inophyllum oil

Description: Tamanu is a evergreen tropical tree native to south and southeast Asia. It is from clusiaceae family. Tamanu oil is extracted from dried nut kernels. It is used only for topical applications.

Topical Uses

  • Burns RatingRating

    Tamanu oil softens and soothes the skin; accelerates tissue healing. Apply tamanu oil, in pure form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Keloid & Scars RatingRating

    Tamanu oil softens and soothes the skin; accelerates tissue healing. Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Skin wounds RatingRating

    Tamanu oil accelerates tissue healing and cicatrization. Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Aging skin Rating

    Tamanu oil is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; reduces skin aging. Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    Tamanu oil is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRating

    Tamanu oil is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antibiotic RatingRating

    Tamanu oil has antibiotic like properties. Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antifungal RatingRating

    Tamanu oil is an antifungal; fights fungus. Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antioxidant RatingRating

    Tamanu oil is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Apply tamanu oil, in pure or diluted form, 3-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Cautions & Side Effects

Do not use tamanu oil during pregnancy and nursing.

Available Forms

Tamanu oil is available in liquid form.

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