Monoi oil is an infused oil made from soaking petals of the Tiaré flower — also known as the Tahitian gardenia — in pure coconut oil. Both the flower and oil are native to French Polynesia.
For centuries, Polynesians used the oil to anoint newborns, purify objects, and moisturize their hair and skin.
Today, monoi oil is admired for its delicate fragrance and its many skin and hair care benefits. Keep reading to learn more about this beneficial oil.
Hypoallergenic and noncomedogenic, monoi oil is made predominantly of coconut oil. As such, it carries many of the same benefits as coconut oil.
For the skin
Coconut oil is an antibacterial, highly saturated oil rich in fatty acids. Fatty acids contain antimicrobial properties that can protect against harmful fungi and bacteria known to cause a number of skin infections, such as:
Applying coconut oil-rich monoi oil directly to the skin can help to protect against these conditions. Monoi oil can also act as an anti-inflammatory that can reduce symptoms from known skin conditions, including eczema and contact dermatitis.
The coconut oil present in monoi can restore and retain moisture on the skin to protect against dryness, keep out bacteria, and promote healing.
For the hair and scalp
Monoi oil can also help nourish the scalp and hair.
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Coconut oil can also reduce protein loss for both damaged and undamaged hair when used in pre-wash and post-wash hair care. As a result, using monoi oil in your hair will not only help to restore moisture and nutrients, but will also help hair:
- grow stronger
- shine brighter
- reduce split ends
- reduce frizz
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Kia Ora, how do I order the monoi oil?