Conditioning step
For hair that feels dry, as a leave-in or before you wash.
AMEXEM Holistic Creations
Zion's Mane Batana Oil from Honduras
Batana oil from the American oil palm, sourced from Honduras. Condition dry-feeling hair, finish with a polished sheen, massage your scalp, or smooth a little onto dry-feeling skin.
- Plant
- American oil palm
- Origin
- Honduras
- Scent
- Coffee-like
- Texture
- Like coconut oil
- 30-day guarantee, even if opened
- Ships in 3–5 business days · free U.S. shipping $75+
The texture
Rich, roasted, and made to melt.
Zion's Mane has a consistency similar to coconut oil: firmer when cool, softer when warm. Rub a little between your palms and it spreads. The scent is coffee-like, rich and roasted.
- Scent
- Coffee-like
- Texture
- Like coconut oil; changes with temperature
- Plant
- American oil palm (Elaeis oleifera)
Video transcript
"The way I use this oil the most is as a pre-shampoo." (translated from Spanish) · Step 1: Warm a small amount in your palms. · Step 2: Massage into scalp and lengths. · Step 3: Shampoo and rinse thoroughly.
The pre-wash ritual
Warm it. Massage it in. Rinse.
Use it before washing and rinse it out with shampoo, or leave a little in as a finishing step. Start with a small amount rather than coating your hair heavily.
- 01
Warm
Soften a small amount between your palms.
- 02
Massage
Work it into your scalp and lengths with your fingertips.
- 03
Rinse
Shampoo and rinse thoroughly, or keep a little in as a finishing step.
Individual experiences vary. Batana's heritage is cultural; it is not a promise of hair regrowth or a medical result.
One oil, four uses
For hair, scalp, beard and skin
Finishing oil
A small amount for a moisturized feel and a polished-looking sheen.
Scalp massage
Part your hair and massage a little in with your fingertips.
Dry-feeling skin
Smooth a small amount onto clean, slightly damp skin.
Skin
For dry-feeling skin, too
Smooth a small amount onto clean, slightly damp skin that feels dry, for a moisturized feel. Under a beard, work it into the skin first, then through the hair.
- When
- After a shower
- Skin
- Clean, slightly damp
- Amount
- A small amount
- Beard
- Into the skin, then comb through
Patch test before first use. For external use only; stop using if irritation occurs and avoid contact with the eyes.
Your routine
Choose your hair or skin
Warm
Soften a small amount between your palms.
Work it through
Section your hair. Smooth it from mid-length to ends, then massage what's left into your scalp.
Leave in or wash out
Leave a little in as a finishing step, or use it before washing and rinse it out with shampoo.
- Amount
- Start small
- Use
- Leave-in or pre-wash
- Where
- Lengths, ends, scalp
Soften fully
Soften a fingertip amount completely in your palms.
Scalp and parts
Press it along your parts and massage the scalp with your fingertips.
Keep it light
Use a little on the loc body to avoid buildup, and rinse thoroughly on wash day.
- Amount
- Fingertip
- Where
- Scalp & parts
- Use
- Leave-in or pre-wash
Fingertip amount
Soften a small amount on two fingertips.
Massage, don't pull
Small, slow circles along your hairline. Go gently around tension spots.
Protect overnight
Tie a satin scarf or bonnet so the oil stays on your hair, not your pillow.
- Amount
- Fingertip
- Where
- Hairline & scalp
- Tip
- Ease up on tight styles
A small amount
Soften a small amount in your palms after a shower.
Down to the skin
Work it into the skin under the beard, then through the hair.
Comb through
Comb it through to spread it evenly for a moisturized feel and a natural sheen.
- Amount
- Small
- When
- After a shower
- Tip
- Patch test first
Patch test
Try a small amount on a small area first.
Smooth on
Apply a small amount to clean, slightly damp skin that feels dry.
Spread thinly
Use your fingers to spread it evenly for a moisturized feel.
- Amount
- A small amount
- When
- After a shower
- Avoid
- The eyes
Where it comes from
From the American oil palm of Honduras
Batana has a traditional place in Miskito hair-care practices in Honduras. That heritage explains its cultural roots. Zion's Mane is sourced from Honduras and sold by AMEXEM Holistic Creations LLC, with a direct customer-service email.
- Origin
- Honduras
- Plant
- American oil palm (Elaeis oleifera)
- Sizes
- 4 oz · 8 oz
Is it for you?
Made for dry-feeling hair and skin
A good fit if…
- Your hair feels dry, coily or thirsty (3C–4C)
- You wear locs, braids or protective styles
- Your edges and scalp feel dry and tight
- You want one oil for hair, scalp, beard and dry-feeling skin
Maybe skip it if…
- Your hair is very fine and gets weighed down easily
- You want a light, perfumed hair oil
- You're looking for a medical hair-loss treatment
Try it with confidence
Thirty days to decide. Even if it's opened.
Not satisfied? Email zdt@amexemholistics.com within 30 calendar days after delivery. Unopened products and products opened and reasonably used to try them are eligible. Wait for our instructions before mailing a return. For satisfaction returns, you pay return shipping and original shipping is generally not refunded. Read the full return policy
Questions
Everything people ask us
How do I recognize real batana oil?
Zion's Mane is batana oil from the American oil palm (Elaeis oleifera), sourced from Honduras. Expect a coffee-like scent and a texture similar to coconut oil that changes with temperature. Questions about your jar? Email zdt@amexemholistics.com.
What does it smell like?
It has a coffee-like scent.
What is the texture like?
Its consistency is similar to coconut oil. Texture can change with temperature, so soften a small amount between your palms before applying.
Do I leave it in or wash it out?
Both work. Leave a small amount in as a finishing step, or use it before washing and remove it with shampoo and a thorough rinse.
Can I use it on my skin?
Yes. After a patch test, smooth a small amount onto clean, slightly damp skin that feels dry, for a moisturized feel. For external use only; stop if irritation occurs and avoid the eyes.
Can I use it on my beard?
Yes. Soften a small amount, work it into the skin under your beard, then through the hair for a moisturized feel and a natural sheen. Patch test first.
Can I use it on locs or braids?
Yes. Use a fingertip amount on your scalp and along the parts, and keep it light on the loc body to avoid buildup.
Any precautions?
For external use only. Patch test before first use, stop using if irritation occurs and avoid contact with the eyes.
How should I store it?
Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the container closed between uses.
Which size should I choose?
Choose 4 oz for a smaller starting size, or 8 oz for a larger supply. The 8 oz jar works out cheaper per ounce.
How much is shipping, and how fast is it?
Shipping for this oil is $9.99, and U.S. orders of $75 or more ship free. Orders ship within 3–5 business days; carrier transit time is added on top and varies by destination. Read the shipping policy
What if it's not for me?
Email us within 30 calendar days after delivery. Unopened products and products opened and reasonably used for evaluation are eligible. Wait for authorization before mailing a return. For satisfaction returns, you pay return shipping and original shipping is generally not refunded. Read the return policy
Zion's Mane Batana Oil
From Honduras, for hair, scalp, beard and skin.
Two sizes, and 30 days to decide.
For external use only. Individual experiences vary.