Mānuka honey has been the star of the honey scene for a few hundreds years now, but many people are unaware of the benefits of it's close relative - The Mānuka oil. Mānuka oil is a sweet scented oil sourced from the leaves of the Mānuka tree. It has various uses for all sorts of requirements.
At Happy Valley, we sustainably prune branches from the Mānuka trees to ensure that the trees aren’t harmed upon harvest of the Mānuka oil. We produce both a pure Mānuka oil and a Mānuka oil with Almond oil, for added moisturising properties.

 

Sensitive Skin and Acne Prone Skin –

• The antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties in the oil can assist in combating skin irritations and infections.
• Can promote the regeneration of new skin, which is particularly good for skin conditions such as eczema.
• Mix with your own body wash and moisturiser for full body relief; or use on its own as a spot treatment for specific areas.
• Use in homemade face masks to balance skin bacteria and pH levels, helping with acne. It will also hydrate and moisturise your skin.

Mosquito and Insect Bites –

• The anti-inflammatory property of the oil can help decrease swelling from insect bites.
• Can assist with soothing itches and irritations from bites.

Scalp Health and Head Lice –

• Mānuka oil is great for nourishing your scalp to promote healthy skin.
• Can eliminate head lice and their eggs. Mix with your favourite shampoo, drop some onto your hairbrush, or mix in with cooled boiled water and add to a spray bottle to help repel head lice.
• The antibacterial properties help remedy dandruff.

Home Cleaning –

• Mānuka oil is great as an organic, natural household cleaning product. Not only does it fight bacteria in the home, but it also combats bad odours.
• Combine with warm water and vinegar to clean your hairbrushes and makeup brushes.
• Mix a couple spoonfuls of oil with vinegar to clean scum and grime off your shower.
• Use with baking soda, vinegar and hot water to clean your sink.
• Mix with water and dish soap for a natural, non-toxic toilet gel.
• See “Clean your home with Mānuka oil” for more detailed explanations!