Cold-pressed from the seeds of the Baobab — Africa's 'Tree of Life'. Uniquely balanced Omega-3, 6, and 9 fatty acids in near-equal proportions, with exceptionally light skin feel. One of the finest restorative carrier oils for dry, mature, and environmentally-stressed skin formulations.
Baobab Oil (Adansonia digitata) is cold-pressed from the seeds of the baobab — the iconic African tree that can live for thousands of years, known as the 'Tree of Life'. Its oil has a uniquely balanced fatty acid profile — containing significant and near-equal proportions of Omega-3 (alpha-linolenic), Omega-6 (linoleic), and Omega-9 (oleic) fatty acids, making it one of the most nutritionally complete carrier oils available.
This balanced profile — combined with a very light, dry-finish skin feel, high tocopherol content, and significant sterol content — makes baobab oil particularly effective for dry, mature, eczema-prone, and environmentally-stressed skin. SV Botanica supplies cold-pressed baobab oil with full fatty acid profile certified per lot.
The only common carrier oil with significant proportions of all three omega types — oleic (Ω9), linoleic (Ω6), and alpha-linolenic (Ω3) — providing comprehensive skin barrier support.
The balanced EFA profile and light dry-finish makes baobab ideal for very dry, mature, and dehydrated skin that requires deep nourishment without heaviness.
Combined Omega-3 and Omega-6 with high sterol content supports restoration of compromised skin barriers in eczema and atopic skin formulations.
High EFA content supports skin elasticity and regeneration — widely used in pregnancy, stretch mark, and scar prevention formulations.
Baobab oil's unique value is its near-equal distribution of all three omega fatty acid types — unprecedented in common carrier oils:
| Oleic Acid (C18:1 Ω9) | 33–38% — skin suppleness, penetration |
| Linoleic Acid (C18:2 Ω6) | 26–31% — skin barrier repair, anti-inflammatory |
| Alpha-Linolenic (C18:3 Ω3) | 22–27% — anti-inflammatory, soothing |
| Palmitic Acid (C16:0) | 18–23% — emollient saturated FA |
| Tocopherols | ~300–500 mg/kg — natural antioxidant |
| Phytosterols | High sterol content — anti-inflammatory, barrier support |
| Triterpenes | Present — skin-protective |
Baobab oil is unique for its equal-proportion Omega-3/6/9 balance — no other common carrier oil matches this:
| Oil | Omega Balance | Skin Feel | Best Known For |
| Baobab Oil ★ | Equal 3/6/9 | Light, dry-finish | Unique triple-omega balance |
| Hemp Seed Oil | 1:3 ratio Ω3/Ω6 | Light | Good balance but no high Ω9 |
| Rosehip Seed | High Ω6+Ω3 | Dry, light | Retinoids + anti-ageing actives |
| Argan Oil | High Ω9 | Silky, light | Stability + tocopherols |
| Evening Primrose | High Ω6 + GLA | Medium | GLA focus — hormonal |
Baobab oil's balanced EFA profile makes it the ideal choice when you want all three omegas in a single carrier. The light, dry-finish skin feel is unusual for a moderately saturated oil — making it suitable for oily skin types too. Add 0.1% Vitamin E to formulations due to moderate PUFA content. Ideal base for pregnancy and stretch mark formulations.
Baobab oil's fatty acid profile is unique — containing all three omega types in near-equal and significant proportions:
Key bioactive compounds beyond the fatty acids:
| Tocopherols | 300–500 mg/kg — natural Vitamin E |
| Phytosterols | Very high sterol content — anti-inflammatory, barrier |
| Triterpenes | Present — skin-protective compounds |
| Polyphenols | Present in cold-pressed — antioxidant |
We supply Baobab Oil in cold-pressed unrefined and refined grades with full fatty acid profile certified.
| INCI Name | Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil |
| Botanical Source | Adansonia digitata |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed / Refined |
| Appearance | Pale to golden yellow, clear |
| Specific Gravity | 0.915–0.925 g/ml |
| Saponification Value | 188–198 mg KOH/g |
| Iodine Value | 90–110 g I₂/100g |
| Moisture | NMT 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | NMT 10 ppm |
| Shelf Life | 18–24 months |
Baobab oil's unique triple-omega balance and light skin feel make it ideal across dry skin, pregnancy, eczema, and premium anti-ageing formulations.
Deep nourishment for severely dry, flaky, and dehydrated skin in face and body moisturisers.
Balanced EFA for skin elasticity and prevention of stretch marks during pregnancy.
Combined Omega-3/6 and high sterol content for eczema and atopic skin formulations.
All-omega profile for comprehensive mature skin support in premium anti-ageing formulations.
Lightweight deep-conditioning oil for dry, brittle, and chemically damaged hair.
Nourishing oil for extremely dry cuticles and brittle nails.
Gentle, balanced EFA oil for baby massage and sensitive skin formulations.
Deeply nourishing lip oil for dry, chapped lips — light finish.
| Application | Recommended Level | Grade |
| Face oil (neat) | Up to 100% | Cold-pressed |
| Dry skin moisturiser | 10–30% | Refined |
| Stretch mark oil | 30–100% | Cold-pressed |
| Eczema formulation | 10–20% | Refined or CP |
| Hair conditioning | 20–50% | Cold-pressed |
| Baby formulation | 10–30% | Organic CP |
Baobab oil's triple-omega story is a powerful marketing angle for premium natural brands. High ALA (Omega-3) content means moderate PUFA stability — add 0.1–0.2% Vitamin E to all formulations. For stretch mark use: combine with rosehip and sea buckthorn for maximum regenerative activity.
Baobab Oil is supplied in food-grade, light-protected packaging.
10ml–100ml amber glass vials for evaluation and stability testing.
Amber HDPE or dark glass containers with tamper-evident caps.
Food/cosmetic grade HDPE drums with tamper-evident seals. Standard commercial pack.
Intermediate bulk containers for large commercial orders.
Store in cool (below 20°C), dark conditions away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep containers sealed — rosehip seed oil oxidises rapidly on exposure to air. Nitrogen blanket packing available on request to maximise shelf life. Recommended shelf life: 12–18 months from date of manufacture when stored correctly.
Minimum Order Quantity
Sample orders from 10ml. Trial orders from 1 kg. Commercial orders from 25 kg. IBC (180–200 kg) for high-volume buyers. Custom packaging and private-label bottling available on request.
Cold-Pressed Unrefined Full Spectrum; Refined Cosmetic Grade Neutral; Organic Cold-Pressed (available on request); High ALA Grade Extended Omega-3. Each grade carries its own specification, and material is quoted against your required grade and volume.
Botanical source: Adansonia digitata. INCI name: Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil. Both are stated on the specification and Certificate of Analysis.
Cold-pressed / Refined. The processing route for each grade is stated on its specification sheet.
Appearance: Pale to golden yellow, clear; Specific Gravity: 0.915–0.925 g/ml; Saponification Value: 188–198 mg KOH/g; Iodine Value: 90–110 g I₂/100g; Moisture: NMT 0.1%.
A batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, MSDS and specification sheet with every consignment; phytosanitary certificate and certificate of origin where applicable. Documentation is available at the sample stage.
Sample Vials — 10ml–100ml amber glass vials for evaluation and stability testing; 1 kg / 5 kg — Amber HDPE or dark glass containers with tamper-evident caps; 25 kg HDPE Drum — Food/cosmetic grade HDPE drums with tamper-evident seals. Standard commercial pack; 180 kg / 200 kg IBC — Intermediate bulk containers for large commercial orders.
Shelf life: 18–24 months. Keep sealed and protected from light and heat once opened.
Dry & Very Dry Skin; Pregnancy & Stretch Mark; Eczema & Atopic Skin; Mature Skin Anti-Ageing; Hair Conditioning. Formulation and any claims made on the finished product are the manufacturer's responsibility.
Yes — sample quantities are supplied for evaluation and stability testing, with the same batch documentation as commercial supply.
Against your specification and volume. Grade, refinement level and pack format all move the price, so state the intended application and market at enquiry for an accurate quotation.