actives

Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract

Baobab Fruit Extract

humectantconditioningantioxidantemollient

INCI Name

Adansonia Digitata F...

Functions

4 Roles

Sustainability

8/10

Category

actives

What It Does

Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract is derived from the pulp of the baobab fruit, sourced from the iconic 'Tree of Life' native to Africa, which can live for thousands of years and store vast amounts of water in its trunk. The extract is exceptionally rich in vitamin C, polyphenols, and polysaccharides, making it a potent antioxidant and hydrating active that helps protect skin from oxidative stress while supporting moisture retention. Formulators prize it for its multifunctional profile — delivering both skin-conditioning and brightening benefits — as well as its strong ethical and sustainability story, as baobab harvesting often supports rural African communities.

Attracts moisture from the air
Provides deep, lasting hydration
Improves skin elasticity and plumpness
Enhances penetration of other actives

Technical Properties

pH Range

4.5-6.5

Optimal working range

Ionic Charge

nonionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

none

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

humectantsnonionic surfactantsmost emollientsnatural extractspeptideshyaluronic acidvitamin C derivativesmild preservative systems

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizing agentshighly alkaline systemsheavy metal ions
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

8/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Fruit pulp of the Adansonia digitata (baobab) tree, native to sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula. The baobab is a long-lived, drought-resistant tree that produces fruit without intensive cultivation.

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