Baobab oil, certified organic
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All Carrier Oils, Certified Organic Carrier Oils
Description
Baobab oil, certified organic
Andansonia digitatacertified organic, BioGro
expeller pressed, refined
100% pure
Origin: Senegal
The baobab tree is found in Africa and reaches heights of 30 metres.
Baobab oil is derived from the seeds of the tree and is rich in vitamins A, D, E and essential fatty acids.
This high concentration of vitamins makes it a very nourishing oil, especially beneficial for dry skin. It is useful also in hair products and massage blends.
Baobab oil absorbs easily into the skin, improves tone, elasticity, and regenerates and renews skin cells.
Baobab oil is said to have antioxidant properties and is an fine ingredient in formulations, especially for eczema and psoriasis.
All our products are for external use.
Recipe
Baobab cream
(makes 500g)
Water Phase
330g water
26g glycerin
14g aloe vera gel
Oil Phase
50g baobab oil
50g shea butter
30g emulsifying wax NF
Last Phase
0.5g (half a tsp) Geogard 221
0.5g (half a tsp) lavender essential oil
Method
Heat the Water Phase and Oil Phase in separate pots to 65°C.
Pour the Oil Phase into the Water Phase and blend with a stick blender on and off until it begins to thicken.
Add the Last Phase ingredients and blend.
When you are sure it is going to thicken and not separate, spoon into pots.
MSDS baobab oil organic