Ximenia americana seed oil
AKA “American Ximenia”
Oil
Ingredient Facts
Ximenia americana seed oil
AKA: American Ximenia
Oil · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
African Botanical
Clean
Ximenia Americana Oil is the refined, fixed oil obtained from the seeds of the American Ximenia, Ximenia americana L., Olacaceae
Family
Ximeniaceae
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
95193-67-2
Form
Oil
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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
Ximenia (wild plum) has been used by indigenous African and Caribbean peoples traditionally for skin healing and wound care. The seed oil is a modern cosmetic extraction; traditional use focused on the fruit and bark for medicinal purposes.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR