Description
Batana oil is pressed from the kernels of Elaeis oleifera, the American oil palm, which grows wild in La Mosquitia, the remote Caribbean lowland of northeastern Honduras. Our batana is 100% pure and cold-pressed from the kernel rather than boiled, the traditional method. The oil is thick and often semi-solid at room temperature, golden to deep brown, and naturally contains oleic, linoleic and palmitic acids with vitamin E and carotenoids.
Details
| Botanical name | Elaeis oleifera (American oil palm) |
|---|---|
| Origin | La Mosquitia, Honduras |
| Part used | Palm nut kernel |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed |
| Texture | Thick, buttery, semi-solid when cool |
| Size | 3.4oz (100ml) |
| Ingredients | 100% Elaeis oleifera kernel oil |
Why batana is rare: the palm grows wild in a small area reached by boat, small plane or rough road. Families gather the fruit by hand and process it in small quantities, so supply follows the harvest.
How to use
- Hair mask: warm a teaspoon between your palms and work it through dry hair from mid-lengths to ends. Leave it on for 30 minutes or overnight, then shampoo. Thick hair may need two washes.
- Scalp: massage a small amount into the scalp before washing.
- Dry ends: rub a pea-sized amount through the ends of dry hair.
- Skin: smooth a thin layer onto elbows, knees and heels.
Patch test on the inner arm before first use. Store below 25°C (77°F), away from light. The oil firms up when cool and softens when warm; this is normal and doesn’t affect quality.
FAQs
Why is my batana oil solid?
Batana is semi-solid at room temperature. Scoop what you need and warm it in your hands.
Does batana oil wash out easily?
It’s a heavy oil. Apply shampoo to dry hair first, then add water; that lifts it out in one or two washes.
Which size should I buy?
3.4oz suits a first try or occasional masks. The 6oz jar suits weekly use. The 1 litre size suits salons and makers.
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