Even if you haven’t heard of baobab oil, you might recognise the tree it comes from. The baobab tree has a tall, thick trunk and looks like it’s upside down with its roots in the air.
This fruit tree grows in the southern countries of Africa, such as Malawi, Kenya, and Madagascar.
The scientific name for the baobab tree is Adansonia digitata. In Africa, people call it “the tree of life” and “pharmacy tree” because of its many uses, including for baobab oil.
No. Baobab oil has comedogenic rating of 2. This means that it won’t clog most people’s pores.
But if you have sensitive skin or oily skin, using oils like the baobab’s can cause clogged pores and other skin irritation.
Baobab oil is cold-pressed from seeds for various uses, from cooking to hair care to skin care.
Baobab oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other fats, including:
Clinical research shows that the omega-3 fatty acids in baobab oil have several health benefits for the skin. They can:
In fact, linoleic acids and linolenic acids are some of the most commonly used fatty acids in skin care, cosmetics, and hair care around the world.
Baobab oil may also help to treat eczema. The omega-3 fatty acids in this oil may help heal the skin’s barrier and lock in moisture when it’s used as a topical skin treatment. This can help heal or soothe an eczema rash.
Baobab fruit pulp has 7 to 10 times more vitamin C than an orange. Both the fruit and seeds also contain several other essential minerals and vitamins, like:
In areas where the baobab tree grows, local people use every part of the tree. The fruit, leaves, seeds, and oil processed from the seeds are used in nutritional supplements, food, and skin care.
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