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Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, commonly known as Babassu Oil, is the fixed oil obtained from the nuts of the babassu palm (Orbignya oleifera, Palmaceae). It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids lauric, myristic, and oleic acid. It is assigned CAS number 91078-92-1 and EC number 293-376-2. Its official CosIng function is listed solely as an emollient.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
1/5Category
oil● Benefits
Babassu Oil functions as an emollient, helping to soften and smooth the skin surface. Its fatty acid composition — particularly lauric and myristic acids — supports a skin-conditioning effect. It has a low irritancy rating of 0 according to the source.
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