What it is
This extract is derived from the fruit pulp of the baobab tree, Adansonia digitata, native to parts of Africa. The fruit is naturally rich in vitamin C and other water-soluble nutrients, and the extract is used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning agent that can help support a soft, comfortable feel. In sunscreens it is typically included as a supportive botanical rather than as a UV-protective active.
Safety & warnings
Baobab fruit extract is generally well tolerated in cosmetic use. As with any botanical, sensitive individuals may occasionally react, but it is not a recognized fragrance allergen and is not a comedogenic oil.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived. It is obtained from the fruit pulp of the baobab tree (Adansonia digitata).
Questions everyone asks
What part of the plant is this extract from?
It comes from the fruit pulp of the baobab tree, which is naturally rich in vitamin C and other water-soluble nutrients.
Does baobab fruit extract provide sun protection?
No. It is used as a conditioning and antioxidant-supporting botanical, not as a UV filter.