Why Manuka Oil Is the Secret Weapon in Our Bestselling Beard Care Products
- Hairy Highlander
- Sep 18
- 2 min read
When most people hear “manuka,” they think of honey. But here at Hairy Highlander, we use something far rarer - manuka essential oil. Steam-distilled from the leaves of the New Zealand manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium), this oil is one of nature’s most powerful skincare allies.
It’s also one of the most expensive to source, which is why you almost never see it in beard care. Yet it’s the star of our Manuka Spice Beard Oil and Balm - a range that has quickly become one of our most popular collections.
What Makes Manuka Essential Oil Exceptional
Potency that goes beyond honey: Manuka essential oil is packed with triketones - unique compounds that give it outstanding antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it perfect for calming irritation, reducing redness, and supporting healthy skin under your beard.
Soothing & restorative: Everyday life can be rough on your beard - whether it’s cold Highland winds, shaving, or stress on the skin. Manuka oil helps your skin bounce back, supporting small cuts, blemishes, and dryness.
Gentle but effective: Unlike some essential oils that are sharp or overwhelming, manuka is robust yet refined. Its aroma is warm, earthy, and slightly spicy - a complex scent that pairs perfectly with the deep, resinous notes of our Manuka Spice blend.
Infused With the Highlands
Of course, we never stop at one ingredient. Each Manuka Spice product is also infused with:
Wild Chaga - a powerhouse of antioxidants that supports skin vitality.
Bog Myrtle from the Cairngorms National Park - revered for centuries for its cleansing and skin-calming qualities.
Together, these botanicals create a beard care experience that feels grounding, protective, and undeniably Highland.
Why You Don’t See It Everywhere
Manuka oil is rare, costly, and difficult to source. It takes vast amounts of foliage to produce even small quantities of oil, and only certain regions yield the highest quality chemotypes. That’s why most brands skip it.
We didn’t. Because Hairy Highlander is about delivering something truly unique - products that stand apart for their luxury, integrity, and connection to nature.
Time to Experience It
Our Manuka Spice Beard Care has become one of our fastest-moving collections - and for good reason. Customers tell us it leaves their beards softer, healthier, and subtly scented with an earthy-spiced aroma that feels both grounding and luxurious.
"The quality of the oil is amazing, great scent - would highly recommend to anyone looking to take care of their beard." - Jamie M
This has made my beard feel like silk, great smell" - Matthew D
"I love this stuff better than anything I've used before" - David A
🔥 If you haven’t tried it yet, now is the time. This range sells out quickly, and we’re making fresh batches now.
