Babassu Oil

Category: Botanical oils, butters, waxes, and macerates

This is a clear, golden plant oil extracted from the seeds of the babassu palm (Attalea speciosa), native to the Amazon.

It is not classified as a dry oil, and it is widely used in cuisine and skincare. It hydrates and softens sensitive and oily skin, an elegant choice for skin exposed to sun and sea breeze.

Lauric and myristic acids in the oil have melting points very close to human body temperature, so it can be applied directly to the skin as a solid that melts on contact. This can create a gentle cooling sensation. The oil is an excellent emollient, soothing after a day in the sun and salt air.