Babassu Oil, Virgin, Refined

CAS#: 91078-92-1 EINECS: 293-376-2 Babassu Oil is cold pressed from Babassu Palm kernels. Babassu oil is considered a less greasy, more silky feeling replacement for coconut oil with more oleic and linoleic acid. This moisturizing oil melts at 76°F/24°C, and melts on contact with skin. It has a shelf life of about 2-3 years. One study showed that incorporating Babassu Oil at 7% to 10% in an oil-in-water lotion was the most effective level at reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and increasing moisturization in human subjects. Cosmetic Applications: Skin: Moisturizing dry skin, reducing trans-epidermal water loss, maintaining hydration, creating occlusion. Used to create a dry, silky skin feel in whipped butters and lotions. Hair: Emollient oil suitable for all hair types to reduce water absorption and increase moisturization. Lips: Ingredient for lip balms, lipsticks and other lip care products. Anhydrous products: Suitable for all anhydrous products, including scrubs, lotio