Our Monoi de Tahiti is manufactured under strict controls and has been issued with a certificate of origin by the Monoi de Tahiti Appellation D'origine. This is why only "Tiare" flower buds from the Gardenia Tahitensis species and Coconut Oil obtained from the coconuts grown exclusively on the coral soil of French Polynesia are acceptable for use in Monoi de Tahiti® Tiare. Monoi de Tahiti may solidify at temperatures below 72°F (22°C)
Natural active compounds within pure Monoi de Tahiti:
- Methyl salicylate known for its soothing properties.
- Purified naturally occurring compounds of:
+ Alcohols (like hexanol and phenylethyl alcohol)
+ Esters (ethyl benzoate and methyl salicylate, for example)
Applications:
- Monoi de Tahiti can be used as a pre-shampoo hot oil treatment
- As a sealant for the ends of slightly damp or freshly washed luscious locs, curls, Afro or wavy tresses as Monoi de Tahiti is perfect for locking in moisture.
- Apply Monoi de Tahiti to your body after a shower or bath
- Pour Monoi into running bath water, ease your body into the bath & lock in moisture.
Traditional applications:
The Tiare flower is the emblem of Tahiti.
It is also one of the main ingredients in French Polynesia's traditional pharmacopoeia. Monoi is believed to effectively relieve migraine and earache, heal wounds, and even cure certain types of eczema.