Baobab oil comes from the seeds of the baobab tree, which is native to East and South Africa. It has excellent moisturizing properties for skin and hair due to its high content of vitamins A, D, E, and F. Baobab oil helps treat conditions like eczema and psoriasis, and regenerates skin tissue quickly to improve elasticity. It also helps heal and soothe broken or irritated hair and scalp.

1. Baobab Oil
(Adansonia digitata seed oil)
Description
The Baobab tree is probably the most known tree in Africa. Its Appearance - thickness, gray
color, fibrous trunk (which sometimes reaches more than 25 meters) and large crown makes
it highly recognizable.
The Baobab oil is derived from the seeds. The tree is native in East and South Africa.
With the high content of vitamins A, D, E and F combined it has excellent moisturizing
effects for skin and hair. It absorbs quickly, improves elasticity, stimulates the regeneration of
cells and not clog pores. It is often used to treat eczema, psoriasis and rosacea problems.
It is also known to relieve pain from burns and epithelial tissue regenerates in a short time,
thus improving the skin tone and elasticity. It helps regenerate and heal broken hair and
soothes irritated skin.
Since ancient times, the Baobab is used for cosmetic purposes.
Proteins, vitamins and minerals found in the pulp, in the leaves and seeds are optimal
nourishment to the epidermis, hair and nails.
With hydrating vitamins A, B, D, E and F, which help rejuvenate skin and hair
The Pulp contains
● Vitamin A - smoothing and softening effect for maintenance of cellular integrity.
● Vitamin B1/B2 - promotes the synthesis of melanin.
● Vitamin B6 - regulates sebum secretions of the skin.
● Vitamin B4 - of thermoactive effect on skin and scalp, stimulation of blood circulation.
● Vitamin C - develops from the biological side an aid in collagen synthesis.
● Vitamin E - fights the formation of free radicals.
● Vitamin F (polyunsaturated fatty acids) - improves hydration and tissue protection.
Usage in Cosmetics
● Moisturizer and emollient for dry or very dry skin.
● Helps reduce signs of aging by stimulating collagen
● synthesis (flexibility, elasticity, smoothness and firmness of the skin).
● Regulates sebaceous secretion, antibacterial for acne-prone skin, scars or stretch
marks.
● Helps combat eczema or psoriasis.
● Helps improve the appearance of nails and cuticles.
● Helps relieve pain from burns, regenerating epithelial tissue in short time, thus
improving the skin tone and elasticity.
● Helps regenerate and heal the broken, calm hair and soothes irritated scalp skin.
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2. Data sheet
Product Description
Baobab oil is a vegetable, refined and non-hydrogenated product, manufactured from the
seeds of the fresh fruits of the tree Adansonia digitata L. grown in Ghana. It has a light
golden yellow appearance.
INCI Name: Adansonia digitata seed oil - CAS: 91745-12-9 - EINECS: 294-680-8
Specifications
Appearance: Soft slightly colored oil
Color: Yellow to golden-yellow
Iodine Value: 65 -95
% Free Fatty Acid (as oleic acid): Max 2.0
Peroxide Value (meq/kg): Max. 10
Saponification Value: 140 - 210
Fatty Acid Composition in %:
Palmitic C16:0 18 - 46
Stearic C18:0 0 - 5
Oleic C18:1 30 - 45
Linoleic C18:2 12 - 35
Linolenic C18:3 0 - 2
The variations in fatty acid composition are due to climatic and variety influences.
Use in Cosmetics
The oil is liquid at room temperature. It prevents drying of skin and development of wrinkles.
It reduces degeneration of skin cells and restores flexibility. It can be used in washing soaps,
skin care creams and lotions, balms, bar soaps etc.
Storage
Keep in a cool (preferably below 10°C, the cooler the better), dark and dry store-room.
Shelf Life
Under optimal storage conditions, in original unopened drums/containers, minimum two
years.
Packaging
Various packaging options available with inert atmosphere.
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3. Legend
One of the most famous legends about its origin is about the punishment of the gods due to
its vanity: is said that many years ago, the baobab was spectacular because of its beauty, a
lush and juicy green foliage and colorful leaves and scented flowers; the gods, shocked by
so much splendor, granted the tree the gift of longevity.
Thereafter, it grew steadily, stronger, high and lifted each time, shadowing the hot of the sun,
not letting other trees to grow and causing cold to the other creatures of the forest. Far from
feeling guilty about the problems caused and seeing its size increase, the baobab defied the
gods shouting that will soon reach them. The response was immediate and the gods
punished him for his arrogance planting it upside down and leaving their beautiful branches,
flowers and leaves underground, adopting the current curious aspect that appears that the
roots look at the sky begging forgiveness from the gods.
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