tahitian gardenia oil

binomial name: gardenia taitensis
plucked from the tropics, this star-shaped fragrant flower is the emblem of tahiti. beloved by the natives of french polynesia for its cleansing properties and intoxicating fragrance. the tiare flowers are hand-picked and then laid unopened in oil for 15 days to obtain the extract.

benefit: the oil was used in traditional medicine to relieve headaches and migraines. it also yields a cleansing effect that helps moisturize the skin to prevent and reduce dryness and flaking. the tropical aroma contains solar notes and opens up and expands on the skin.