Tazman Pepper™ Berry, derived from the wild Tasmanian Pepper (a deep purple-black berry native to the mountainous regions of Australia), is a powerful botanical active known for calming and protecting reactive skin. This resilient plant thrives in harsh, wind-swept environments, developing potent protective compounds that translate beautifully to skincare.
Rich in Polygodial, a natural anti-inflammatory compound, Tazman Pepper™ helps reduce vasodilation (widening of blood vessels) and edema (swelling), making it exceptionally effective for soothing irritation and redness. It also boasts anti-allergenic and antimicrobial properties, relieving allergy-prone or sensitized skin, and is particularly helpful during high-allergy seasons like spring. Additionally, it contains anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that offer three times the antioxidant protection of blueberries (as measured by TEAC), shielding skin from free radical damage and oxidative stress. Another standout compound is rutin, an anti-inflammatory bioflavonoid that strengthens capillaries and may help reduce the appearance of dark circles and visible redness.
Proven Results from Clinical Testing
In in vivo testing, a 2% concentration of Tazman Pepper™ significantly reduced skin redness caused by UV exposure after a single application. Another clinical study involving 20 volunteers with sensitive, reactive skin showed impressive results:
79% reduction in itching sensations within just 5 minutes
58% reduction in burning sensations, also within 5 minutes
This rapid response is attributed to Tazman Pepper™’s ability to inhibit the release of IL-8, a key pro-inflammatory cytokine. This effectively interrupts the inflammatory cascade and brings immediate comfort to compromised skin.
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
Aloe Vera Gel hydrating, calming, regenerative
Spring Water hydrating, micro nutrients
Fennel Hydrosol hydrating, calming, soothing
Tazman Pepper Berry Extract(Glycerin (and) Water (and) Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract) calming and soothing, decreases pro-inflammatory cytokines, reduces burning and itching, rich in polygodial (powerful anti-inflammatory), very high antioxidant level (x3 Greater than Blueberry)
Panthenol D vitamin B-5 which is smoothing to skin Leucidal SF(Lactobacillis Ferment) preservative, non-paraben, does not release formaldehyde Xanthan Gum natural thickener
My face tends get red in the cold Colorado air, or if I try a new product that’s too harsh, or during my cycle. This serum has been an absolute life saver. I recently tried something that has tea tree oil in it (which my skin does not react well too), and this serum immediately cooled and calmed my face - no redness! I have been using it on breakout spots to calm the redness and have noticed it helps the blemish heal faster. I mix it with a few drops of the Wynter Wonder Serum before I have to walk my dog in the Colorado cold and my face stays protected and calm. I will be reordering so I always have it on hand!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with this product! We appreciate it!
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Angela F.
wonderful!
Hi! I just wanted to let you know that the Tazman Pepper Serum sample you sent with my last order is wonderful! I know it says that it's mainly for redness, but it has definitely helped clear up my cystic acne. It really helps to stop these giant pimples before they fully rise, and takes enough of the redness away that I'm able to cover them fairly well with just my mineral powder foundation. I haven't found any other product that has had such great results! I've tried looking it up on your site, but tazman pepper doesn't come up when I search. I just thought I'd drop a note to let you know how wonderful this stuff is seen as I can't leave any feedback for it on your site.
Thank you!
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Diane M
very calming, soothing!
I received this as well and after 3 days of use Ive decided its a keeper. My always slightly red/pinkish face after washing has been calmed by this within minutes. I did some research myself on the Tazman Pepper as I had never heard of it. I thought Pepper!! I don't know that I want to put that on my face but it is a very calming, soothing ingredient. I know it just came out but I'm going to be needing more of this soon!!!
Thank you!
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Elita S
I have to say...
I have to say I have only been using this for a few days but I am in love! I had a horrible breakout (I think it's my makeup) and received this in my last order so i gave it a try and f it calmed me right down! I will definitely be making this a staple in my routine. Getting fully hydrated is one of the moist challenging parts of my routine but this soothes my skin and doesn't cause irritation which almost everything does so it's a great find! Please make this available i will continue to use it! I love the fennel and aloe I am unfamiliar with Tazman Pepper but started doing some digging and it sounds great! I am so happy with the effects of this serum and will continue to use it everyday!
Thank you!
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Linda F
The best serum ever!
The best serum ever! Tazman Berry. I'll order a double size after the 10th of June. Nothing, ever has taken the craziness out of my skin so quickly and effectively. I've been using your wonderful serums for YEARS.....and I usually add niacinamide and caffeine, as a matter of course, because those substances are so beneficial for many skin issues. ~
Where would I be without this serum? It keeps me clear and doesn’t cause any irritation to my eczema-prone skin. This is a must-have.
Jessica
Thank you for your positive feedback!
PS- your lead in line is fantastic We absolutely love to hear that the Salicylic Acid 2% Serum has been a game-changer for your skin. We always strive to provide effective and gentle products for our customers, and we're glad to know it has helped with your eczema.
Thank you for making us a must-have in your skincare routine!
Your GoW Team
Love it for my neck. Will try on my face at some point. I have Rosacea so I have to be careful with my face. Love Bakuchiol for the body too.
Hi Cynthia 😊
Thank you for taking the time give us a review.
It's so exciting to know the Bakuchiol p;roducts work so well with your sensitive, Rosacea skin profile.
Have a wonderful week.
Markey ❤️
I love the simplicity of this formula. This makes a great nourishing and healing serum. I have to be careful with hyaluronic acid (all molecular weights) and retinol/al(s), all which tend to dehydrate my skin. Oat beta glucans bring it back to life!
Alyssa
⋆.˚✮ ✮˚.⋆ for leaving a review for our Oat Beta Glucans. We use this ingredient in a lot of our formulas as it is extremely healing and soothing to the skin. Actually, years ago there was a customer who did a study on this ingredient and found so many favorable reviews and testimonials from people with extreme burns and it fascinated us. Kudos to the dear lady! We're so glad to hear that it has been nourishing and healing for your skin. It's great to know that it's a helpful alternative for those who may have sensitivities to other ingredients like hyaluronic acid and retinol.
We’re so grateful you took the time to write us.
Wishing your skin continued comfort and balance during this journey.♡
I love the other GOW hydrating mists but has not tried this one yet. My skin is on the struggle bus this Fall. Due to weather plus perimenopause I felt like I couldn’t get enough hydration no matter what! Purchased the 1oz size of this mist to try and it’s a game changer!! I just ordered the 4oz size during a sale. Never want to be without this during Fall and Winter.
Hi Michelle
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with our Deep Hydrating Mist! Your enthusiasm is so cool and we really appreciate it! One of our customers in the UK gave us the idea so all the credit truly goes to her. We're so happy to hear that it's been a game changer for your winter skin struggles.
We hope it continues to provide the hydration you need during this season.
Thank you for your continued support and we're glad you took advantage of our sale to stock up on the larger size.
Have a great day and a beautiful weekend.
I've never not loved Garden of Wisdom products 100%, and this is no exception... I alternate the C3 Elixir with other GoW products (the C3 does great on off-days that I don't use peptides), and it's been a great addition to my skin's arsenal. Some products can be drying or irritating to my skin but this isn't, at all!
I have to say... Markey and the entire team at Garden of Wisdom is a blessing. They do what they do out of a passion for helping people, and crafting high-quality, clean and safe products, at an affordable price - along with the utmost customer service (and I love the little hand-written notes I get with each order :)
Thank you, Markey, Leah, Jen, and the rest of your awesome team. xo
Jamie •ᴗ•
Thank you so much for sharing this. It means more than you know. We pour so much care into every formula, and hearing that the C³ Lipid Elixir is fitting so comfortably into your routine truly warms our hearts. We’re always mindful of creating products that feel gentle, effective, and trustworthy on the skin, and feedback like yours reminds our whole team why we do what we do.
Your kind words about our little notes and our customer service touched us deeply. From all of us here at Garden of Wisdom, thank you for being part of our community and for letting us support you on your skincare journey.
Your Team @ Garden of Wisdom
Love it for my neck. Will try on my face at some point. I have Rosacea so I have to be careful with my face. Love Bakuchiol for the body too.
Bakuchiol (Sytenol®A) Botanic Facial Oil Booster
Michelle Castro
Winter Skin MUST HAVE
I love the other GOW hydrating mists but has not tried this one yet. My skin is on the struggle bus this Fall. Due to weather plus perimenopause I felt like I couldn’t get enough hydration no matter what! Purchased the 1oz size of this mist to try and it’s a game changer!! I just ordered the 4oz size during a sale. Never want to be without this during Fall and Winter.
Customer Created Deep Hydrating Mist
Jamie Lyn Ross
Another WIN from Garden of Wisdom
I've never not loved Garden of Wisdom products 100%, and this is no exception... I alternate the C3 Elixir with other GoW products (the C3 does great on off-days that I don't use peptides), and it's been a great addition to my skin's arsenal. Some products can be drying or irritating to my skin but this isn't, at all!
I have to say... Markey and the entire team at Garden of Wisdom is a blessing. They do what they do out of a passion for helping people, and crafting high-quality, clean and safe products, at an affordable price - along with the utmost customer service (and I love the little hand-written notes I get with each order :)
Thank you, Markey, Leah, Jen, and the rest of your awesome team. xo
C³ Lipid Elixir
Erika Davies
I love popping this serum on to plump my fine lines
I love popping this serum on to plump my fine lines. It leaves my skin looking and feeling more supple :)
This Hair Oil is very nourishing and lightweight. I use it as a finishing touch to add shine and condition. Thank you!
Rockin Moroccan Goddess Hair Oil
Terri Froman
The Yarrow Blossom Healing Mist & Hydrating Mist is a staple in my daily upkeep!
I keep coming back to the Yarrow Blossom Healing mist. It's a staple!
Yarrow Blossom Healing and Hydrating Mist
Mike
Finally a Azelic acid product with the perfect ingredients
I have extremely reactive rosacea + POD + seb derm and have never been able to tolerate other azelaic products (Finacea, The Ordinary, Cos De Baha, etc.). They all left me flushed, burning, slick-oily and “raw” the next morning – even at low %.
Wisdom’s azelaic serum is the complete opposite. The base is incredibly gentle: no sting, no burn, no delayed flare. I can apply it at night after just a water rinse, my skin might flush for a minute (vascular rosacea doing its thing), then it calms right down. I wake up with skin that looks calm, not cooked – still a bit oily (normal for me), but far less than before and without that angry, inflamed look.
It’s the first azelaic that actually works with my barrier instead of fighting it. If you have super sensitive, rosacea-prone, seb-derm-ish skin and thought azelaic just “isn’t for you,” this formula is honestly worth a try.
Please can you consult with your customers if you ever want to discontinue this product? will happily stock up if that ever happens.
Azelaic Acid 8% Serum
Anonymous
FirmAge
Love this! Works for my skin & allergic reactions! 😊
FirmAge 5% DMAE Gel w/Lavender - Sagging Skin Support Tightening and Firming
Marie Donald
This cream is so healing to my skin
This cream is so healing to my skin. I have a sensitivity to citrus products and get a terrible rash and my face will itch. This is the only product that calms my skin.I apply this and within a few hours the rash has diminished and the itchiness is gone. The Calendula Blossom Cream has saved my skin.
Calendula Blossom Cream
Anonymous
Love it!
I love this product & so does my skin! For me, that is a huge blessing.
