Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil at a Glance
- Seed oil from the Adansonia digitata (AKA baobab) tree
- High fatty acid content that helps hydrate and soothe
- Phenols present assist in anti-aging antioxidant benefits
- CIR Expert Panel concluded it’s safe for use in cosmetics
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil Description
tree, more commonly referred to as the baobab tree.
seed oil’s fatty acid content. They naturally occur in the human body, with linoleic acid being the most abundant fatty acid found within the epidermis (skin needs linoleic acid to make ceramides). When applied topically to skin, these ingredients help soothe, smooth and hydrate skin.
seed oil lend themselves to the skin care ingredient’s antioxidant properties. Phenolic compounds assist in protecting skin from environmental stressors that can lead to signs of extrinsic aging, like fine lines and wrinkles.
seed oil is used in percentages up to 0.01%, most often in leave-on formulas; however, larger amounts may be used if desired.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel concluded that Adansonia digitata seed oil is safe for use in cosmetics.
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil References
Dermatologic Therapy, March 2022, ePublication
International Food Research Journal, December 2017, pages S441-S445
International Journal of Toxicology, Nov/Dec 2017, pages 51S-129S
Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia, Jan/Feb 2017, pages 1-8