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Tamanu is made from the nuts of the Tamanu tree, native to both Africa,
Madagascar, and islands in the South Pacific. This deep green colored
Oil posesses a strong, nutty aroma, sometimes compared to the aroma of
Pistcahio or Butter Pecan Ice Cream. It is a strong anti-inflammatory,
and is often used to soothe rashes, sunburn, and sensitive skin.
Tamanu Oil is intensely moisturizing as well, making it a wonderful
ingredient for creams, lotions, balms, and body oils. This amazing Oil
also contain germicidal properties, making it excellent for healing
salves and ointments. Tamanu oil is quite potent, and can be included in most formulas at a minimum of
5% to add its benefits and properties. Alternatively, some users
prefer to add the Oil directly to treat very dry or irritated skin.
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Pressed from the seeds of the Pongam Tree, this cousin of neemoffers an array of similar therapeutic benefits to that of its pungent relative. Karanja
is prized for its insecticidal and antiseptic properties and is often
used in pet care for the treatment of fleas, mange, and scabies. Its
insecticidal properties also make Karanja Oil great for agriculatural
use, serving as a natural pest repellent. In skin care, Karanja Oil
can be used to treat eczema, psoriasis, skin ulcers, dandruff, or to
promote wound healing. While its therapeutic properties are similar to
Neem Oil, its aroma is quite different. Karanja Oil has a milder aroma
than Neem. It is often referred to as "nutty" and is more versatile
than Neem Oil.
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odorless.
Since it is composed of wax esters, it is an extremely stable substance and
does not easily deteriorate and the structure closely resembles that of your own
skin sebum, making it an excellent moisturizer and ideal for all skin types.
When used as a massage medium, it acts as an emulsifier with the skin's
natural sebum and gently unclogs the pores and lifts grime and imbedded
impurities.
It contains myristic acid which also has anti-inflammatory actions and since
it has a similar in composition to that of the skin's own oils, it is quickly
absorbed and is excellent for dry and mature skins as well as inflamed
conditions.
If a good nourishing ingredient is needed for hair care, jojoba oil is also
sometimes added to commercial hair care products, but due to the cost of jojoba
oil, the quantities so included are low.
It can in most cases be used on acne skin without any problems as it helps to
control acne, it is also an antioxidant - so the oil does not become rancid and
can prevent rancidity in other oils. It can be used pure in massage, or can be
mixed with other carrier oils.
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Olive oil is soothing and healing to all skin types, hence its wide use in
soaps, cosmetics and massage oils. It helps relieve itch, stings and bites,
healing of burns, dandruff and is an excellent hair tonic, especially for dry
hair.
Applied externally it is useful for dehydrated, sore and inflamed skin and is
also used as a remedy for arthritis when rubbed onto the affected parts.
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How is Virgin Coconut Oil different from other coconut
oils?
Most commercial grade coconut oils are made from copra. Copra
is basically the dried kernel (meat) of the coconut. It can be made by smoke
drying, sun drying, or kiln drying, or derivatives or a combination of these
three. If standard copra is used as a starting material, the unrefined coconut
oil extracted from copra is not suitable for consumption and must be purified -
that is refined. This is because the way most copra is dried is very unsanitary.
Most of the copra is dried under the sun in the open air, where it is exposed to
insects and molds. The standard end product made from copra is RBD coconut oil.
RBD stands for refined, bleached, and deodorized. Both high heat and chemicals
(e.g. solvent extractions) are used in this method. RBD oil is also often
hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated. Hydrogenated oils have been shown to
increase serum cholesterol levels which contribute to heart disease. One of the main differences between Virgin Coconut oil and
refined coconut oils is the scent and taste. All Virgin Coconut Oils retain the
fresh scent and taste of coconuts, whereas the copra-based refined coconut oils
have no taste at all due to the refining process. Extra Virgin organic coconut oil has these healing properties:
- Made from Certified Organic Coconuts
- Contains Antibacterial, Antiviral, Anti-fungal Properties
- Abundant in Medium Chain Fatty Acids
- Helps to Improve HDL and LDL Cholesterol Ratios
- Shown to Support Healthy Thyroid Function
- May Help to Promote Proper Weight Management
- Helps to Reduce Hypoglycemic Cravings
- May Improve Symptoms of Digestive Disorders
- Known to Promote Smooth & Supple Skin
- Can Withstand Wide Heat Ranges Without Oxidation
- Delicious Coconut Flavor and Aroma
Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is the healthiest, most versatile
unprocessed dietary oil in the world. Our Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is made from
organically grown coconuts and is an excellent cooking oil. It contains Medium
Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) which the body metabolizes quickly, converting the
fats to energy rather than storing them as fat. Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is a
stable, healthy saturated fat that does NOT elevate "bad" (LDL) cholesterol.
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