Baobab Oil

INCI: Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Also known as: Tree of life oil
EmollientsemollientbotanicalAnecdotal evidencePregnancy safe
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Skinlumis Rating
Comedogenic
2/5
Irritancy
0/5
Best applied
Both
Effective range
1%–100%
How It Works

An African seed oil rich in linoleic and oleic acids plus tocopherols. Highly stable, fast-absorbing, and supports compromised barriers.

Linoleic acid restores barrier ceramide synthesis; tocopherols and sterols provide antioxidant action.

pH Range
5.0–7.0
Benefits
  • Restores barrier
  • Lightweight glow
  • Antioxidant
  • Stable
Proven For

What the evidence supports.

DrynessEczema
Best For
  • All skin types
Avoid If

No notable contraindications reported.

Layering Order
7/10

Later treatment or moisturiser step.

Max Safe Concentration
100%

Concentration range in well-formulated products: 1%–100%

Seasonal Use

Year-round.

Nutrition Connection

Baobab fruit pulp used as a superfood.

Skin Signals When You Need It

No specific deficiency signals tracked for this ingredient.

For Estheticians & Professionals

Sustainable African botanical with strong fatty-acid profile.

Clinical Evidence

The research behind Baobab Oil.

4 peer-reviewed studies

Every claim on this page traces to published research. Findings below are drawn from randomized trials and systematic reviews, each links to the study on PubMed.

Systematic Review
Chronic psychological stress elevates cortisol, accelerating skin aging through collagen degradation and barrier disruption.
Chen Y, Lyga J
Inflammation and Allergy Drug Targets, 2014
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Nano-hyaluronic acid significantly improved skin hydration and elasticity after 8 weeks.
Jegasothy SM, Zabolotniaia V, Bielfeldt S
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2014
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Ceramide-dominant emollients improved skin barrier function by 63% within 6 weeks.
Draelos ZD, Ertel K, Berge C
Cutis, 2006
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Systematic Review
Vitamin D deficiency significantly associated with acne vulgaris, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.
Mostafa WZ, Hegazy RA
Journal of Advanced Research, 2015
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Conflicts With

No flagged conflicts. Still, patch-test new actives.

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