K A R A K A   O I L  

Karaka ( Corynocarpus laevigatus) was the sacred taonga of the Moriori and was the main component of carbohydrates in the Moriori diet and was selectively bred the plant for its berries and cultivated to serve as windbreaks 

Leaves were used as a poultice on wounds, shiny surface of the leaves facing the wound; rougher lower surface draws out any pus 

Yellow berries highly prized food source, although they are poisonous in their raw state and need to be properly prepared for consumption. 

Our comprehensive range of native hinu (oils) are all handcrafted with tikanga and aroha - from harvesting through to packaging, each rākau is processed with meticulous attention and respect.  Our hinu contains the leaves, flowers, roots, bark and /or buds of the rākau, slow infused in cold pressed sunflower oil.

C O N T A I N S :

* Karaka Leaves

* Cold pressed sunflower oil

* Glycerine (optional)

* Castor Oil (optional) 

Glycerine and/or castor oil can be added to your hinu if you prefer this consistency.

Please note we can custom blend oils for you.  

A P P L I C A T I O N : 

* Use for general massage and topical skin application only

* Gently rub/spray a small amount of oil onto your skin 

P R E C A U T I O N S :

* Avoid applying to broken or irritated skin

* Avoid contact with eyes

D I S C L A I M E R :

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