Our bathrooms are full of skin care products. These cosmetics contain powerful ingredients that can improve the health and quality of our skin. We all know about the effectiveness of hyaluronic acid or ceramides, to name but two. However, there is another option for skin care: calophyllum vegetable oil. Tamanu oil has a proven track record and deserves its place in our bathrooms! In addition to fighting inflammation, it is moisturising and helps to relieve acne-prone skin.
What is calophyll oil?
Extracted from the seeds of the tamanu tree, calophyll oil has been used for its medicinal properties for hundreds of years. Its reputation is well established in Africa, Asia and the Pacific Islands. Tamanu is a tropical tree found in Australia and Asia. Its bark is ridged and light grey in colour, and its wood is used for the construction of boats and quality furniture. The sap and fruit of the tamanu are poisonous.
What are the benefits of Tamanu oil?
As a vegetable oil, calophylla oil can soften and improve the texture of the skin. However, it has many other benefits.
Does calophylla oil moisturise the skin?
Rich in essential fatty acids, this vegetable oil can moisturise the skin. In fact, it is able to retain moisture within the epidermis. This allows the skin barrier to be strengthened. The fatty acids in it also have anti-inflammatory properties. In addition to being naturally moisturising, tamanu oil helps to reduce the signs of age ing such as wrinkles and fine lines.
Does it promote healing?
It is interesting to use tamanu oil to soothe wounds,eczema and also burns. Ultimately, any dry area where the skin’s hydrolipidic film has been altered will be greatly improved by the use of this wonderful plant oil. In short, it helps to improve skin regeneration by boosting collagen production and new cell growth. In fact, it accelerates the healing process of the skin, which makes it a formidable weapon in cases of psoriasis, cracks, chapped skin and skin infections.
Is it anti-inflammatory?
Calophyllum oil relieves pain and reduces tissue inflammation. This property makes it the treatment of choice for people with skin problems associated with redness. The joy of atopic skin!
Who can use calophyll oil?
If you have dry skin, you will appreciate its richness and enveloping properties. However, people with oily skin may be bothered by the thick oil, as it could potentially clog pores. People with nut allergies should not use it either. If you have sensitive skin or eczema, however, consider doing a test before applying it all over your face to ensure you don’t have an allergic reaction. Put a small amount on the inside of your wrist or elbow twice a day for 7 days. If your skin shows signs of irritation, do not use it again. Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8782620/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35069754/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7910904/
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