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manuka

British

/ ˈmɑːnuːkə /

noun

Also called: red tea tree. kahikatoa. a New Zealand myrtaceous tree, Leptospermum scoparium, with strong elastic wood and aromatic leaves

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Flamingo Estate blends anti-inflammatory and skin-restoring manuka honey with hydrating lanolin and shea butter for an ultra-rich yet cloud-like cream that you can use on your hands or anywhere that needs some extra love.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2025

Buddha's mentions he's using manuka, and specifying the honey is so important because the floral notes can differ so much from honey to honey.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2023

My personal routine consists of cleansing with manuka honey, a prebiotic that feeds the microbiome, and applying mineral SPF to protect my skin from sun damage.

From Slate • Jan. 12, 2022

That’s because it is also a business – it is rented out for accommodation and functions, and features a 450-hive manuka honey business – and constitutes more than a $10m investment in New Zealand.

From The Guardian • Jun. 29, 2020

She tells Suesetta, “Now, I want you to measure eight cups of water and a half cup of manuka honey, and let’s get that pot on the stove.”

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson

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