Tamanu-“The deep green balm of rebirth-mender of wounds, guardian of skin, & ancient ally of resilience.”
Tamanu is the oil of ancient forests & sacred regeneration. It carries the frequency of renewal-the silent strength of roots reknitting the earth beneath a storm. With its verdant hue & grounding scent, Tamanu whispers to wounds both seen & unseen: You can begin again.
It was once revered by Pacific Island shamans as a sacred healing balm-used in blessings for skin, spirit, & land. Tamanu walks between the worlds of the physical & energetic, bridging body & aura, scar and self-worth, injury & insight. Its scent is a prayer for restoration, its touch an invocation of deep cellular memory.
Botanical Name: Calophyllum inophyllum
Other Names: Foraha oil, Alexandrian laurel oil
Extraction: Cold-pressed from the seeds of the tamanu nut (dried for 4–6 weeks before pressing)
Color: Rich green to deep golden-amber
Viscosity: Medium-thick
Absorption: Slow to moderate; leaves a protective, nourishing layer on skin
Aroma: Deep, earthy, nutty, & resinous with a slightly smoky or spicy undertone
Shelf Life: ~1–2 years (store cool, dark)
🌬️ Aromatic Profile
Scent Strength: Medium
Fragrance Notes: Earthy, pungent, slightly fermented or curry-like; green & grounding
Perfumery Note: Base
Often used in healing & protective blends, and in formulations where therapeutic function outweighs delicate aroma
Therapeutic Benefits
Potent skin regenerative: speeds healing of wounds, cuts, scars, & burns
Anti-inflammatory: ideal for eczema, psoriasis, & acne-related inflammation
Antibacterial & antifungal: helps prevent infection in minor skin injuries
Supports scar fading & skin renewal
Rich in calophyllolide, coumarins, & inophyllum compounds
Strengthens the skin barrier while improving texture & tone
Excellent for stretch marks, dark spots, & lymphatic circulation
Modes of Application
Spot treatment for scars, wounds, burns, eczema patches
Massage oil base (best diluted with lighter oils such as jojoba, sunflower, or kukui)
Ritual anointing for root & sacral chakra grounding
Post-trauma healing balm (blended with Helichrysum, Frankincense, or Blue Tansy)
Womb or abdominal massage for cycle support & energetic reconnection
Protective oil blend worn on the feet or low spine during stressful or draining situations
Cuticle, joint, or dry patch oil for rough skin or tension areas
Blends Well With:
Helichrysum – wound repair, trauma support
Frankincense – cellular healing, spiritual integration
Blue Tansy / German Chamomile – inflammation, skin regeneration
Lavender – gentle repair, soothing
Myrrh or Palo Santo – protective & energetically sealing
Carrot Seed – tissue repair & sun-damage recovery
Rose or Neroli – womb, emotional, & heart-based healing
Vetiver or Patchouli – grounding & body reclamation
Energetics
Elemental Affinity: Earth + Water
Temperature: Cooling & moistening
Chakra Alignment:
Root (Muladhara): Safety, restoration, embodiment
Sacral (Svadhisthana): Healing, regeneration, womb care
Solar Plexus (Manipura): Strength after depletion
Subtle Effects:
Repairs energetic tears & weak boundaries
Calms trauma held in the body
Facilitates slow emotional integration & re-grounding
Intentions 
Deep healing & restoration
Emotional resilience after trauma
Sacred scar or stretch mark anointing
Womb healing & grounding
Returning to the body after burnout, grief, or disassociation
Energy clearing for the physical body
Protective auric sealing
Rituals
Ritual of Sacred Reweaving
Anoint scars or stretch marks while speaking:
“My skin is the keeper of my story. I honor its journey, & I restore its strength.”
Womb Grounding Massage
Warm & massage into the lower belly with Rose, Lavender, or Myrrh to reconnect with sensual presence & emotional grounding.
Auric Protection Anointing
Blend with Frankincense & Vetiver; anoint the soles of the feet & base of spine before entering emotionally charged spaces.
⚠️ Safety Information
For external use only
May be too heavy for acne-prone facial skin if undiluted
Perform a patch test before full application (especially on sensitive skin)
Not recommended during pregnancy in large quantities (use diluted and under guidance)
Store in a cool, dark place-it may become thicker in cooler temperatures (gently warm to liquefy)