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Asia - Tamanu

STOP NO. : Indonesia

Say no to dry skin!

NAME: Tamanu

LATIN NAME: Calophyllum inophyllum

LOCATION: Indonesia

TYPE: Tree

PART(S) USED: Nut

The beauty of the ocean

Native to the shores of the Indian and Pacific oceans, tamanu is a majestic tree. It was revered by the Polynesians, who used it to sculpt sacred objects. The tamanu nut produces an emerald green oil recognised for its healing, disinfecting and anti-inflammatory properties.

Velvety soft skin!

Rich in omega-6 and 9 fatty acids, tamanu oil is traditionally used to nourish the skin and help it fight against dryness. Clarins Laboratories use an organic tamanu oil.