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ADANSONIA GRANDIDIERI SEED OIL.

Valuable / HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING

Adansonia Grandidieri Seed Oil, a nutrient-rich botanical oil from the iconic Baobab tree, deeply moisturizes and fortifies the skin's natural barrier. Its unique fatty acid profile supports enhanced hydration and improved moisture retention, contributing to a resilient and healthy complexion.

Summary

Skin Conditioning Agent Humectant Skin Protecting Agent Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Barrier Support Emollient

Science

Mechanism of Action

This oil is characterized by a significant composition of nourishing fatty acids, including palmitic acid (approximately 30-41%), oleic acid (around 22-37%), and linoleic acid (around 12-29%). Palmitic acid helps establish a light protective film, thereby regulating moisture loss, while linoleic acid is converted by skin enzymes into an anti-inflammatory hydroxy fatty acid, contributing to barrier repair and reduction of inflammation. It is also a source of skin-regenerating vitamin A, antioxidant vitamin E, and vitamin D3. The presence of phenolic compounds contributes antioxidant properties, shielding the skin from environmental stressors. Collectively, these components provide hydrating, moisturizing, and occlusive benefits, effectively decreasing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and reinforcing the skin's lipid barrier. Additionally, its vitamin C content supports skin healing processes and aids in collagen preservation.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 A pilot study on Adansonia digitata seed oil demonstrated reduced Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL) and enhanced capacitance moisture retention upon topical application, indicating significant hydrating and moisturizing efficacy. Irritancy was found to be comparable to de-ionized water.
  2. 02 Studies on Adansonia digitata extracts highlight potential wound healing benefits, including anti-inflammatory activity, stabilization of cellular membranes, stimulation of fibroblast proliferation for increased collagen production, and bactericidal action. These findings are considered relevant due to the similar properties of Adansonia grandidieri seed oil.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Adansonia grandidieri seed oil, sharing characteristics with other baobab oils, typically exhibits a neutral pH. Its high oxidative stability contributes to prolonging the shelf life of other oxidation-susceptible oils in formulations. For optimal stability, storage conditions mitigating light exposure, such as packaging in amber bottles, are recommended as they influence acid, iodine, peroxide, saponification, refraction, and color values over time.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel concluded that Adansonia digitata seed oil is safe for use in cosmetics. While a specific CIR status for Adansonia grandidieri seed oil was not found, it is generally considered safe and used interchangeably with other baobab seed oils in cosmetic applications due to their similar properties. It is largely non-comedogenic for most individuals and has shown low irritancy comparable to de-ionized water. However, for individuals with sensitivities, a patch test is recommended.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Adansonia Grandidieri Seed Oil is a valuable, multifunctional botanical oil, clinically supported to enhance skin hydration and barrier function while offering antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, making it highly suitable for diverse skin types.

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