Product Information from Monoi In the native Tahitian language, Monoi (pronounced Mon-oy) translates to scented oil. It is a completely natural product which has long been revered by Polynesians for its skin moisturizing virtues. Monoi is specific to French Polynesia and is traditionally made from tiare pronounced Tee-a-ray) flowers (Gardenia tahitensis) soaked in the highest grade coconut oil. The manufacturer, near Papeete, Tahiti, selects the choicest fresh coconuts from their plantation to make the Monoi Tahiti products, just as they have been doing since 1942. They are the original Monoi company and the first to market their line around the globe. You get the same high quality whether you buy them in Paris or Papeete. The coconut oil goes through a multi-step separation process, which results in a smaller molecule oil, making it easier to penetrate and moisturize the skin. The native tropical flowers of French Polynesia lend their essences to the coconut oil, and together they provide a satin smoo
