Emollient ingredient
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
A cold-pressed oil from the seeds of the babassu palm (Orbignya oleifera) rich in lauric acid (~50%) and myristic acid, prized in cleansing oils for its light, non-greasy emollient feel and mild cleansing activity.
Also known as: babassu oil, babassu seed oil, orbignya phalerata seed oil
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Benefits
- ✓Rich in lauric and myristic fatty acids providing light emollient texture
- ✓Non-greasy skin feel suitable for oily and combination skin
- ✓Supports skin barrier and provides cleansing action in oil-based cleansers
- ✓Contains tocopherols with antioxidant properties
Watch for
- ⚠Contains lauric acid; individuals with lauric-acid sensitivity should patch test
