Essentially Natural Babassu Oil - Refined

• Product Type: Refined botanical oil
• Source: Babassu seed oil
• Texture: Silky, melts on skin, can be solid in cooler weather
• Aroma: Neutral to very low aroma
• Colour: Pale to clear
• Skin Feel: Lightweight, quick-absorbing finish
• Size Options: 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml or 1L
• Ingredients: 100% Babassu Oil (Refined)

• Daily face and body oil for a soft, conditioned feel
• Creams, lotions, balms, and body butters to improve slip and absorption
• Hair masks, smoothing leave-in blends, and scalp oils
• Rinse-off cleansers and conditioners for added softness and glide
• DIY formulations where a lighter alternative to coconut oil is preferred

This product is suitable for:

• Dry-feeling skin that needs lightweight moisturising support
• Sensitive-feel skin routines that prefer a non-heavy finish
• Haircare routines needing help with frizz, shine, and manageability
• Formulators looking for an easy-to-use oil for both leave-on and rinse-off products

This product is not:

• For ingestion or internal use
• Ideal for those who prefer strongly scented oils
• A substitute for a preservative system in water-based formulations

• As a Daily Face And Body Oil: Apply a few drops to clean, slightly damp skin and massage in until absorbed.
• As a Hair Mask: Apply to mid-lengths and ends, leave on for 30 to 60 minutes, then shampoo out thoroughly.
• As a Leave-In Smoother: Warm a tiny amount between palms and smooth over dry ends and flyaways.
• As a Formulation Ingredient For Leave-On Products: Use 1-10% for light moisturising, or up to 15% for a richer skin feel.
• As a Formulation Ingredient For Rinse-Off Products: Use 3-10% to boost slip and softness in cleansers and conditioners.
• As a Formulation Ingredient For Anhydrous Products: Use 20-30% to create creamy, scoopable textures in balms and butters.
• Processing Tip: Babassu oil is typically solid below about 24°C and will melt on contact with skin, warm gently to liquefy before measuring.
• Processing Tip: Substitute for coconut oil when you want a lighter feel, and blend well with oils like jojoba, argan, or rosehip.

• For external use only
• Patch test before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs
• Avoid contact with eyes, if contact occurs rinse thoroughly with water
• Use caution if you have nut or seed allergies
• Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from light, texture may firm in cool weather and soften in warmth

Q: Why does babassu oil sometimes arrive solid?
A: Babassu oil naturally firms in cooler temperatures, gentle warming will return it to a liquid state.

Q: Can I use babassu oil instead of coconut oil?
A: Yes, it is often used as a coconut oil substitute when a lighter, quicker-absorbing feel is desired.

Q: Will it work in a cream or lotion?
A: Yes, add it to the oil phase of an emulsion and formulate with a suitable emulsifier system.

Q: Is refined babassu oil better for sensitive routines?
A: Refining typically reduces aroma and natural colour, making it a more neutral option that many people find easy to use in everyday products.