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Orbignya speciosa kernel oil
AKA “Babassu Kernel Oil, Orbignya Speciosa Oil”
Oil
Ingredient Facts
Orbignya speciosa kernel oil
AKA: Babassu Kernel Oil, Orbignya Speciosa Oil
Oil · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Orbignya Speciosa Kernel Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the kernels of Orbignya speciosa, Palmaceae
Family
Arecaceae (Palm family)
Plant Part
Kernel
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3
Form
Oil
See origin →
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Oil extracted from the Babassu palm kernel, traditionally used in Brazilian folk medicine and cosmetics for skin softening and conditioning. Indigenous Amazonian and Central American cultures have valued this oil for its emollient properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR