{"product_id":"babassu-oil-refined","title":"Babassu Oil – Refined | Cosmetic Grade Carrier Oil","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil – Refined | Cosmetic Grade Carrier Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the lightweight, silky feel of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a versatile plant-based emollient prized by soap makers and cosmetic formulators for skin care, hair care, body care and handcrafted bath products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDerived from the kernels of the Babassu palm, this refined oil has a smooth, light texture that melts readily with warmth. Rich in naturally occurring fatty acids, including lauric and myristic acids, Babassu Oil provides conditioning and emollience without the excessively heavy feel associated with some traditional oils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt room temperature, Babassu Oil is typically a soft white solid. It melts easily when warmed, making it simple to incorporate into soaps, conditioners, body butters, balms, creams, lotions and other cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Formulators Love Babassu Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Lightweight, silky skin feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Excellent emollient for skin and hair formulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Helps leave skin feeling soft and conditioned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Adds slip and softness to hair care products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Useful alternative to coconut oil in many formulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Refined for a neutral colour and minimal characteristic aroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Melts readily on contact with warmth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Excellent for soap, body care and hair care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Suitable for anhydrous and emulsified cosmetic formulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePopular Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoap Making\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil is an excellent addition to cold process and hot process soap formulations. Its fatty acid composition can contribute cleansing properties and a creamy, stable lather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConditioners \u0026amp; Hair Masks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Babassu Oil to add softness, lubrication and shine to conditioners, deep-conditioning treatments, hair masks and leave-in products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHair Oils \u0026amp; Treatments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts lightweight texture makes Babassu Oil useful for hair oils, scalp treatments, smoothing products and anti-frizz formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Butters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd Babassu Oil to whipped or traditional body butters for a lighter, faster-melting texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreams \u0026amp; Lotions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse it as part of the oil phase in facial moisturizers, hand creams, body lotions and other emulsions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalms \u0026amp; Lotion Bars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil works beautifully in lip balms, body balms, salves, massage bars and solid lotion formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFace \u0026amp; Body Oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse alone or combine with other carrier oils to create lightweight facial, body and massage oil blends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil is generally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite and solid at room temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It liquefies when gently warmed and may naturally change between solid and liquid states depending on room temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese changes are normal and do not indicate a problem with the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormulating With Babassu Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil can be used as part of the oil phase of cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor emulsions such as creams, lotions and conditioners, gently melt the Babassu Oil with the other oil-phase ingredients before emulsification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anhydrous products such as balms, body butters and lotion bars, melt with the remaining oils, butters and waxes as required by your formulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor soap making, calculate Babassu Oil using the appropriate SAP value and always run your complete recipe through a reliable soap calculator before preparing your lye solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Cold process soap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Hot process soap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Shampoo bars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Conditioner bars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Hair conditioner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Hair masks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Leave-in treatments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Hair oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Body butter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Lotion bars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Creams and lotions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Facial moisturizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Body oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Massage products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Balms and salves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Lip care formulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil vs. Coconut Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil is often selected by formulators looking for some of the useful formulation characteristics associated with coconut oil while creating a different sensory profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt melts easily, provides excellent emollience and can give finished products a smooth, silky feel. This makes Babassu especially useful in premium hair care, facial care and body care formulations where a lighter after-feel is desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Keep the container securely closed when not in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil may soften or liquefy in warmer conditions and become solid again when cooled. This natural temperature-related change does not affect normal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor cosmetic and external use only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a cosmetic raw material intended for use by formulators and makers. Always follow good manufacturing practices and conduct appropriate stability, compatibility and safety testing on finished products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredient Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCAS Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 91078-92-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orbignya oleifera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Part:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kernels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Refined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oil soluble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White solid oil at room temperature; melts with gentle warming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very mild \/ characteristic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Babassu Oil used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil is a cosmetic carrier oil used in soap, skin care, hair care, conditioners, body butters, balms, lotions, creams and other personal care formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Babassu Oil solid or liquid?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBabassu Oil is normally solid or semi-solid at typical room temperatures and melts when warmed. Its texture can change naturally depending on temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Babassu Oil be used in soap making?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Babassu Oil is popular in handcrafted soap formulations and can contribute cleansing properties and creamy lather. Always calculate the correct amount of sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide using a soap calculator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Babassu Oil be used in conditioner?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Babassu Oil can be incorporated into conditioners, hair masks, conditioner bars and other hair products to provide emollience, slip, softness and shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Babassu Oil be used in body butter?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its quick-melting texture makes it an excellent ingredient for whipped body butter, lotion bars, balms and rich moisturizing products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Babassu Oil the same as coconut oil?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. They come from different plants, although their fatty acid profiles share some similarities. Babassu is frequently used by cosmetic formulators as an alternative or complement to coconut oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wixy Soap","offers":[{"title":"200 g","offer_id":47392381370524,"sku":null,"price":9.38,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g","offer_id":47392344703132,"sku":"CO-BABB-400","price":18.13,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"800 g","offer_id":47392344735900,"sku":"CO-BABB-800","price":32.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0444\/4504\/0796\/products\/coconut-rbd-carrier-oil-341415.jpg?v=1676396279","url":"https:\/\/www.wixysoap.com\/products\/babassu-oil-refined","provider":"Wixy Soap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}