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Baobab oil, certified organic

NZ $8.00

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Description

Baobab oil, certified organic

INCI

Andansonia digitata

Certification

Certified organic, BioGro

Appearance

Pale yellow liquid

Plant parts used

Seeds

Extraction method

Cold pressed

Refinement

Virgin

Purity

100%

Origin

South Africa

Usage rate

Up to 100%

Typical fatty acid profile

Oleic: 30 - 42%
Palmitic: 18 - 46%
Linoleic: 12 - 35%
Stearic: 5 - 6%

Absorption rate

Fast

Skin type recommended

Most skin types, particularly dry, oily and acne prone skin

Vegan

Yes

Palm oil

No

Animal tested

No

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 highly regarded in skincare due to its revitalising, moisturising and restructuring properties as a result of its unique balance of saturated (palmitic) monounsaturated (oleic) and polyunsaturated (linoleic) acids. It has the ability to penetrate deeply into the skin and can help restore the integrity of the skin cell membrane.

Baobab oil is non-irritating and non-drying and can be good for topical application for oily or acne prone skin due to its high percentage of linoleic acid, which can also help in the healing process of sunburn and other skin irritations. It is also  good for dry skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Baobab oil absorbs easily into the skin, can help improve skin tone, elasticity, and regenerate and renew skin cells.

It is useful also in hair products as it is a natural moisturiser which can help alleviate and smooth dry and flaky scalps. The saturated fats can penetrate deep into the strands to nourish hair, and unsaturated fats can create a smooth film over strands to seal in moisture and act as emollient to help prevent tangles. It is also  helpful for frizz control and is great for use in hair masks.

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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.

 

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