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Batana oil comes from the nuts of the American oil palm tree (Elaeis oleifera) and is sourced from the rainforests of the La Moskitia region in Honduras, a traditional source for the Miskito people, known as the "People of Beautiful Hair". The oil is extracted through a labor-intensive, traditional process involving harvesting, roasting, pounding, and pressing the nuts, supporting local communities and preserving ancient beauty practices
Key Locations & People: La Moskitia: This dense rainforest area in eastern Honduras is the primary origin, with oil sourced from wild-growing palms.
- Miskito People (Tawira): The indigenous Miskito community has used Batana oil for centuries, passing down techniques and knowledge
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The Oil's Source: American Oil Palm (Elaeis oleifera): The oil comes from the nuts of this native palm, distinct from the African oil palm
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Traditional Production Harvesting: Nuts are gathered after falling from the trees.
- Processing: They are cleaned, sun-dried, roasted, cracked to get the kernel, boiled, and then pressed.
THE RESULTS ARE A RICH BROWN PASTE MADE INTO A NOURISHING OIL THAT CAN BE USED FOR SKIN OR HAIR. OUR PRODUCT IS 100% PURE BATANA OIL FROM HONDURAS. IT DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY OTHER INGREDIENTS JUST PURE BATANA OIL
INGREDIENTS: PURE BATANA OIL
