Adansonia digitata seed oil
AKA: African baobab, Baobab
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Plant Oil
African Botanical
Clean
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil is the oil expressd from the seeds of the Monkey Bread Tree or the Baobab, Adansonia digitata L., Bombacaceae
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
91745-12-9
Form
Oil
Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
The seed oil from baobab was traditionally used in African skincare for its emollient properties and vitamin E content. Applied to skin and hair to combat dryness and protect against harsh climates in sub-Saharan Africa.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR