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1. Monoï(s) before industrialization
1.1 Place in traditional culture
Monoï(s) have always been present in Polynesian life, whether as part of traditional rituals, as remedies or for body and hair beauty care.
During ceremonies held on the marae (place of worship), Ma'ohi priests used monoi(s) to anoint newborns and sacred objects, and to purify offerings; monoi(s) also found their place in certain funeral rites (embalming ceremonies in the Marquesas).
Tahitian words are written in italics. This small glossary will help the reader understand the sometimes colorful meaning of the Tahitian language Reo Tahiti.
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Bibliography
Events
Monoï Week, "Monoï Here": trade fair held every two years in Tahiti (next edition November 17-20, 2016) http://www.monoiaddict.com
Regulations
Décret n° 92-340 du 1 er avril 1992 relatif à l'appellation d'origine " Monoï de Tahiti ".
Directory
Organizations – Federations – Associations (non-exhaustive list)
Groupement interprofessionnel du Monoï de Tahiti (GIMT) http://www.monoidetahiti.pf/
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