Babassu oil

Description

Babassu oil is a soft carrier oil from the kernels of the Babassu palm that grows in Brazil. I find it to be indistinguishable from coconut oil, making it a great potential alternative for anyone with a coconut allergy or sensitivity.

Scientific Name (INCI)

Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil

Appearance

Solid white soft fatty structure

Texture

Fast-melting with a thin, silky skin feel. .

Fragrance

Slightly fat-like

Uses

Generally used as an alternative to Coconut Oil for those who have sensitivity to coconut. it also makes a very good ingredient for Massage.

Absorption rate

Average

How to Use it ?

Include Babassu oil in the oil phase of your formulas; it can be hot or cold processed.

Should you get it ?

Only if you don't want to work with coconut oil.

Recommended Starter Amount

I will recommend to start with 100g you will get it for ₹1500.

Shelf Life

Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, It should last at least two years.

Refined/Unrefined

It comes in refined form.

Alternatives and substitution

It is same as coconut oil they can be each others alternative although coconut oil is much cheaper

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