Ingredient
Baobab Seed Oil
INCI name: Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Baobab Oil
Baobab Seed Oil
What it is
A cold-pressed vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of the baobab tree (Adansonia digitata), rich in oleic, linoleic and palmitic fatty acids. It is used as a nourishing emollient in facial oils, balms and body care.
How it works
It forms an emollient film on the skin surface, supplying fatty acids and vitamin E that help soften skin and reduce transepidermal moisture loss.
What it does
Emollient
Skin conditioning
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.