Babassu

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Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil

Babassu is a palm belonging to the Arecaceae family, widely spread throughout South America, especially in Brazil in the forests of Maranhão and Piauí. The Babassu tree is very similar to the coconut tree, with long, jagged leaves and brown, ovoid-shaped fruits. Babassu nuts are usually harvested by hand and the production and processing process is very demanding due to the inaccessible and difficult to reach places in which they are found; However, the processing of Babassu walnuts often represents the main economic source of the populations of these places. Babassu fruits are exploited in various contexts including food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic; for this latter purpose, they are used to create products for the care and beauty of the body. If Babassu oil is present in its natural state in solid form, when it is to be used in the production of detergents, hair treatments, mousses and body creams it is dissolved in liquid form. Babassu oil is famous for its emollient power, giving a great sense of softness when applied to the skin or hair, thanks to the fact that it is mainly composed of fatty acids. It is recommended in case of hair and scalps with dryness and dullness problems and those sensitive and prone to cracking, precisely because it has the ability to nourish, defend and soften the tissues.

Another important benefit of Babassu oil is to prevent and erase the signs of age, especially the formation of wrinkles. In the case of dry and damaged hair, it has a great restructuring power and is able to bring it back to its natural brightness, managing to protect it from saltiness and UV rays, which is why its use is particularly recommended during the summer season. Babassu oil is rapidly absorbed therefore it does not generate greasiness, does not clog the pores of the skin and does not cause blackheads, which is why it is recommended for both combination and oily skin.