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Emollient

Calophyllum Tacamahaca Seed Oil

Often labeled as: Tamanu Variant

The potent scar-fading Polynesian oil.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 2 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A variant of Tamanu oil cold-pressed from the seeds of the Calophyllum Tacamahaca tree. It contains calophyllolide, a unique compound that aggressively promotes tissue regeneration and scar healing.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Fades fresh acne scars, heals micro-tears, and acts as a strong antibacterial.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Has a strong, earthy, nutty scent.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is identical to Argan Oil.

The Science

It is vastly more active, acting almost as a medicinal healing oil rather than just a moisturizer.