ORGANIC TAMANU OIL

Organic Tamanu Oil in bulk for cosmetics

Organic tamanu oil is a highly regarded cosmetic raw material known for its regenerating and moisturizing properties, obtained through cold pressing of tamanu tree seeds. This guide covers what tamanu seed oil is, how its organic certification is achieved, and its main applications in professional cosmetic formulation, from repairing creams to products for sensitive skin.

What is tamanu oil and what is it used for in cosmetics?

Organic tamanu oil is extracted by cold pressing the seeds of the Calophyllum inophyllum tree, a mechanical process that preserves its essential fatty acid profile and natural composition. Its certified organic origin guarantees that cultivation and extraction are carried out without pesticides or synthetic chemicals, an attribute increasingly demanded by cosmetic laboratories and clean beauty brands.

In formulation, it stands out for its dense texture and characteristic yellow-green color, as well as for its moisturizing, regenerating and soothing properties, making it an interesting active ingredient for facial and body care lines focused on skin repair.

Main cosmetic uses of organic tamanu oil

Repairing creams. Its lipid profile rich in essential fatty acids makes it well suited as an active ingredient in creams and balms formulated for damaged skin or skin in need of comfort.

Anti-aging facial cosmetics. It is incorporated into serums and facial oils for its ability to provide deep nourishment and contribute to the perceived elasticity of mature skin.

Products for sensitive skin. Its soothing action makes it a common ingredient in formulations aimed at reactive or irritation-prone skin, in both facial and body cosmetics.

Hair care formulations. It is also used in hair and scalp treatments, providing nourishing properties within vegetable oil blends for conditioners and masks.

CAS: 241148-25-4. EINECS: 607-323-1. INCI: Calophyllum inophyllum Seed Oil.