Ximenia Americana Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
AKA “Ximenia oil, Yellow plum oil, Ximenia americana oil”
Oil
Ingredient Facts
Ximenia americana seed oil polyglyceryl-6 esters
AKA: Ximenia oil, Yellow plum oil, Ximenia americana oil
Oil · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
African Botanical
Not Clean
Ximenia Americana Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Ximenia Americana Seed Oil and Polyglycerin-6
Family
Ximeniaceae
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
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Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Ximenia americana (sourplum) seed oil has traditional use among indigenous groups in Africa and the Americas for skin healing. Modern polyglyceryl ester form developed to improve oil solubility and texture in contemporary skincare formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR