Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
A baobab seed oil with fatty acids. It nourishes and softens dry skin and supports the barrier. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A nourishing plant oil. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Baobab seed oil (INCI: Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil) is pressed from the seeds of the African tree and is rich in fatty acids such as oleic, linoleic and palmitic, plus tocopherols. In formulas it works as a nourishing emollient that softens dry skin and supports barrier function. This is a functional emollient component with a good lipid profile. It brings comfort and nourishment, and the linoleic acid content fits the needs of the skin barrier. It is not a corrective active against wrinkles or spots, but it adds to a repairing formula. Applied topically it has no meaningful systemic absorption, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good, with low irritation and allergy risk. Comedogenicity is moderate (2), so on oily or acne-prone skin it is better introduced with some caution; on dry or normal skin it brings comfort without difficulty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil safe during pregnancy?
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil for?
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil and what does it do in cosmetics?
A baobab seed oil with fatty acids.
Is Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 2/5 – low comedogenicity. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil?
The INCI name is Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil. It may also appear as: Baobab Seed Oil.
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