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 into a separate,sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally, you can refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take it 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. There are some oils with a super long shelf life, like Coconut Cream and Jojoba Oil.
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 (whole or ground) should be kept in a dark, cool and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts - these are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb - root, trunk, leaves, and flowers. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - i.e., Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc. will all have a different shelf life.
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. ~
