What it is
Adansonia digitata seed extract is derived from the seeds of the African baobab tree, which are rich in fatty acids and other lipophilic constituents. In cosmetics, including sunscreens, it is used to condition and soften the skin and to contribute emollient and antioxidant character. Baobab seed material is well known for its nourishing oil content.
Safety & warnings
Baobab seed extract is generally well tolerated. As a botanical, sensitivities are possible in predisposed individuals, and lipid-rich seed materials should be considered within the overall formulation by those concerned about pore-clogging, though baobab is not widely regarded as highly comedogenic.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; extracted from the seeds of the baobab tree (Adansonia digitata), native to Africa.
Questions everyone asks
Where does baobab seed extract come from?
It is obtained from the seeds of the African baobab tree, Adansonia digitata.
What does it do in skincare?
It conditions and softens skin and provides emollient and antioxidant properties within a formulation.