Tamanu oil is an excellent, nutrient-rich carrier oil for essential oils, often used to aid skin healing, scar reduction, and inflammation due to its thick, fatty nature.
Tamanu Oil as a Carrier
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Best For: Damaged skin, acne scars, stretch marks, and dry conditions.
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Consistency: Thick, green, with a nutty aroma.
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Application: Ideal for face/spot treatments (undiluted or high dilution) or as a potent base in larger, lighter blends.
Dilution Ratios for Essential Oils
Because tamanu is quite heavy, you can blend it with essential oils at various strengths depending on your needs:
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1% Dilution (Daily Facial/Sensitive Skin): ~6 drops of essential oil per 1 oz (2 tbsp) of Tamanu oil.
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2% Dilution (General Body/Massage): ~12 drops of essential oil per 1 oz (2 tbsp) of Tamanu oil.
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5% Dilution (Targeted Healing/Scars): ~30 drops of essential oil per 1 oz (2 tbsp) of Tamanu oil.
Suggested Blends
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Scar/Stretch Mark Treatment: 1 oz Tamanu Oil + 5 drops Lavender essential oil + 3 drops Frankincense essential oil.
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Acne Spot Treatment: 1 tbsp Tamanu Oil + 2-3 drops Tea Tree essential oil.
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Skin Barrier Repair: 1 oz Tamanu Oil + 1 oz Jojoba Oil (for better spreadability) + 5 drops Helichrysum essential oil.
Note: Always perform a patch test on your skin before widespread use, particularly if you have nut allergies, as Tamanu is a nut oil
