How to Use Tamanu Oil for Rosacea
Tamanu oil is a skincare ingredient that we’ve covered before and raved about its impressive skin benefits. This versatile oil has a variety of benefits, from health to hair to skin regeneration.
Today we’re taking a closer look at how to use tamanu oil for rosacea and mild redness, so let’s find out more!
Does tamanu oil help with rosacea?
Tamanu oil has a variety of benefits, including anti-inflammatory effects, thanks to its content of robinia lactone. This molecule has anti-inflammatory properties, and multiple studies have examined it, finding that it plays a role in wound healing in tamanu oil. This makes this ancient oil considered a powerful ingredient to incorporate into your daily life, especially for those who are prone to skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and rosacea.
The important thing to remember is that this claim has not yet been fully proven. Therefore, make sure you don’t experience any side effects or negative reactions. As we always recommend, you should consult your doctor or dermatologist before using any new skincare products or ingredients on your skin. You should then do a 24-hour patch test to be absolutely sure that no unwanted irritation or reaction occurs.
Which oil is best for treating rosacea?
As I mentioned earlier, tamanu oil, also known as “green gold,” is an effective oil that you can apply to your skin when you have rosacea. However, there is little scientific evidence that it can treat rosacea. However, there is another essential oil that can provide calming relief, and that is lavender essential oil. For immediate relief, add a drop of diluted lavender oil to your moisturizer and gently massage it into your face.
How to use tamanu oil on your face?
One of the many benefits of tamanu oil when you incorporate it into your skincare routine is its versatility. This applies both to its use in its raw form and when it is incorporated into skincare products such as serums, moisturizers, or masks.
When used in its raw form, you can apply a few drops directly to your skin or mix into your favorite moisturizer. Not only does this allow the oil to be absorbed quickly, but your skin barrier remains fully functional, protecting itself from damage caused by free radicals.
How to calm a rosacea flare-up?
There are many ways to combat rosacea at home. Here are some of the simplest ways to soothe skin that’s already showing signs of breakouts.
Use a gentle cleanser that doesn’t contain active ingredients like glycolic acid.
Avoid drying your skin after cleansing, and keep it moisturized during the next steps.
Use a cool compress to soothe the skin and relieve inflammation.
Moisturize with a serum rich in hyaluronic acid.
Gently massage tamanu oil into your skin.
Don’t forget that it has an SPF of 50, designed for sensitive skin types.
To further camouflage, apply a green foundation to your face before applying foundation to counteract redness.
Can tamanu oil be mixed with moisturizer?
Of course, the fact is that you’ll find that tamanu oil can be combined with almost any skincare ingredient. By combining it with a moisturizer, especially one that contains hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid or niacinamide, you can alleviate rosacea flare-ups faster. You’ll also find that free radical damage caused by UV rays, pollution, and other environmental aggressors is suppressed, keeping your complexion healthy and happy.
Can tamanu oil lighten dark spots?
Not only can tamanu oil help with rosacea, pigmentation is also a skin concern that can be addressed with products enriched with this clever oil. As I mentioned before, the calophyllolide molecule contained in the formula can soothe redness and inflammation caused by rosacea, as well as dark spots, post-acne scars, and other breakouts.
When it comes to hyperpigmentation caused by UV radiation, the two powerful antioxidants in tamanu oil can help keep cells healthy and strong enough to reduce any signs of damage caused by UVA and UVB sun.
If you want to learn more, don’t forget to read our dedicated blog post on how tamanu oil can help with hyperpigmentation.
Does tamanu oil really work?
Tamanu oil is by no means a new ingredient in skincare. In fact, it has been used to treat a variety of skin and hair issues for thousands of years. It was first discovered and used by the Polynesians, who believed the oil was a gift from the gods and incorporated it into their daily lives. It is often used to soothe newly tattooed skin, help surface wounds heal faster, and can even be massaged on babies to prevent mosquito bites. If you think that isn’t enough proof that tamanu oil really works, it’s in all kinds of products without us realizing it. With its potent, powerful blend of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and nourishing properties, you’ll be surprised at what you can expect when you incorporate tamanu oil into your daily skincare routine.
What Does Tamanu Oil Smell Like?
When it comes to tamanu oil, its unique scent is something that can’t be ignored. The deep, earthy notes of this powerful oil are considered the skincare equivalent of Marmite. You either love it or you hate it. Regardless of which camp you fall into, there’s no denying the strong smell of tamanu oil. Many experts believe this is because we’ve been conditioned over the years to expect more floral, fresh, and even vegetal scents from our skincare products, so the deep, rooty scent of tamanu oil can be a bit of a shock at first, but many say that with regular use, you quickly get used to it.
Here’s more information on using tamanu oil for rosacea. Don’t forget, you can learn more about this ancient oil in our blog post on tamanu oil and its skin benefits. If you have any questions, you can find me on Instagram at Procoal, so follow us, and for all things skin, check out our YouTube channel, The Green Sofa!
