Baobab Oil and Vegetable Glycerin Emollients

Posted: August 7, 2012

Natural Sourcing has added baobab oil and vegetable-derived glycerin to its ingredient offering. Virgin Baobab Seed Oil (INCI: Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil) can serve as an antioxidant and emollient, while Organic Vegetable Glycerin (INCI: Glycerin) can function as an emollient, humectant or lubricant.

The seeds of the baobab tree produce an oil that women in Africa and India have used to protect their skin and hair from harsh weather conditions. This oil has been found to contain a high amount of fatty acids in addition to sterols and vitamins A and E. These elements of the oil make it an emollient and antioxidant, which allows it to increase elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The fatty acid level contributes to the oil’s effectiveness when used in conjunction with skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and acne.

The company used a sustainable, wild harvesting technique to obtain the oil, which is cold pressed and filtered. It is a stable, golden oil that absorbs readily and has medium viscosity. 

The oil is a functional addition to anti-aging and after sun care products; however, it is also recommended at 1-100% in moisturizers, scar treatments, dermatitis treatments, eczema treatments, psoriasis treatments, rosacea treatments, anti-acne products, nail care, hair care and lip care.

Organic Vegetable Glycerin is a natural, alcohol-free solvent that can be used in the preparation of botanical extracts. It is ethically and sustainably produced from non-GMO palm oil. It is a vegan, pharmaceutical quality glycerin that meets United States Pharmacopeia standards.