BABASSU REFINED ORGANIC OIL

Bulk organic refined babassu oil for cosmetics

Organic refined babassu oil is a versatile cosmetic raw material valued by labs and formulators for its light texture and balanced emollient profile. This guide covers what babassu oil is, how it is obtained, and its main applications in hair and skin cosmetics, aimed at B2B buyers seeking a bulk vegetable oil supplier with organic certification.

What is babassu oil?

Babassu oil is extracted from the kernel of the Attalea speciosa palm, native to South America. Our organic refined grade comes from certified cultivation and goes through a controlled refining process that removes impurities and raw odor while preserving its natural lipid profile.

Rich in medium-chain fatty acids, it stays fluid at room temperature and absorbs quickly into skin and hair without leaving a greasy feel. This makes it a sought-after base oil for formulating lighter alternatives to coconut oil in cosmetic products.

Main cosmetic uses of babassu oil

Hair conditioning. Its fluidity allows it to be blended into shampoos, masks and conditioners without weighing hair down, adding softness and shine to hair care formulations.

Skin emollient. Used in creams, body lotions and balms for its ability to smooth skin and enhance sensory feel without being occlusive.

Solid product base. Thanks to its moderate melting point, it is a common ingredient in solid shampoo bars, soaps and lip balms produced by artisan soap makers and cosmetic labs.

Reformulating lightweight products. As a wholesale vegetable oil supplier, we ship this oil in bulk to formulators looking to replace heavier oils with fast-absorbing options in facial and body care lines.

CAS: 91078-92-1. EINECS: 293-376-2. INCI: Orbignya oleifera seed oil .