Baobab Oil

Carrier Oil · Adansonia digitata

Baobab Oil

The tree-of-life oil

A golden, balanced oil pressed from the seeds of Africa's iconic baobab — rich in skin-loving vitamins and a near-even spread of omega fatty acids, conditioning yet surprisingly easy to wear. Hover any measure to see where baobab sits on the scale.

Weight
Medium
Heavy
Medium
Light
How heavy the oil feels on skin. Lighter oils absorb fast and sit weightless; heavier oils cushion and linger.
Absorption
Moderate
Fast
Moderate
Slow
How quickly the oil sinks in. Fast feels dry-touch; slow stays on the surface for longer-lasting conditioning.
Finish
Slight Sheen
Rich
Slight Sheen
Natural
Matte
The look left on the skin — from a flat, matte finish to a rich, visible sheen.
Vitamin E
High
High
Moderate
Low
Natural antioxidant (tocopherol) content. Higher levels help protect skin and keep the oil stable.
The Basics

What it is

Baobab oil is cold-pressed from the seeds inside the fruit of the baobab, the long-lived 'tree of life' of the African savannah. The result is a clear golden oil with a remarkably even balance of oleic, linoleic and palmitic acids.

That balanced profile makes it broadly suitable — conditioning enough for dry skin and hair, yet light enough not to feel heavy — while its vitamins give it a restorative reputation.

Quick Facts

Botanical nameAdansonia digitata
OriginSub-Saharan Africa
SourceSeeds
ExtractionCold-pressed
ColourGolden yellow
ComedogenicLow (2)
Also calledTree-of-life oil
Where it comes from

The Tree & The Seed

Baobab tree

The Baobab Tree

An unmistakable, swollen-trunked giant of the African plains, some living well over a thousand years.

Baobab seeds

The Seeds

Kidney-shaped seeds inside the large pods are pressed to yield baobab's golden oil.

Composition

The Compound Profile

Baobab is unusually balanced across three main fatty acids. The typical breakdown:

Oleic Acid Omega-9 · monounsaturated
37%
Linoleic Acid Omega-6 · polyunsaturated
29%
Palmitic Acid saturated
22%
Stearic Acid saturated
4%
Beyond Fatty Acids

Where baobab's restorative reputation lives:

Vitamins A & E
Antioxidant vitamins behind its conditioning, replenishing character.
Balanced Omegas
A near-even 6 and 9 split that suits a wide range of skin.
Phytosterols
Soothing plant sterols supporting the skin barrier.
Why People Love It

Key Benefits

Balanced & Versatile

An even omega profile that suits most skin and hair.

Vitamin-Rich

Naturally high in vitamins A and E for a replenishing feel.

Conditioning, Not Heavy

Softens dry skin and hair while staying easy to wear.

In Our Formulations

How we use it

Baobab is a graceful all-rounder — we use it where a blend wants balanced nourishment without tipping into heaviness.

Its vitamins and even fatty-acid spread make it a dependable conditioning base for skin and hair alike.

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