Baobabs at dusk in Madagascar. Image ©MADAGASCAR.

A baobab is aAfrican and Australian tropical treeMajestic and long-lived, it is known for its robust, wide trunk and its peculiar appearance (it seems to have its roots growing upwards). It is of great cultural importance, as its fruits and leaves are nutritious, and it is a social center and source of resources for local communities.

Interesting facts about the baobab

• Longevity:They can live for more than 1,000 years, and are considered sacred trees.
• Water storage:Its spongy trunk stores enormous amounts of water (up to 130,000 liters), acting as a veritable oasis within its gigantic trunk that can exceed 11 meters in diameter.
• Inverted tree shape:African legends say that they grow upside down as divine punishment, with their roots towards the sky.
• Night flowers:Its large white flowers open for only one night to be pollinated by bats and other nocturnal animals.
• Known as the “tree of life”:They provide shade, shelter, food, and water for animals and humans. Leaves, bark, and fruit are used for food, medicine (fever reducer, wound healer), rope, and oils.
• Cultural symbol:Present in myths and rituals; in Senegal it appears on passports and in Zimbabwe on banknotes.
• In the novel by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry,The Little PrinceHe had to pull up the baobab shoots daily so they wouldn't grow and end up destroying everything on the small asteroid B-612.

Cosmetic properties of baobab oil

Baobab oil is a cosmetic treasure due to its propertieshydrating, nourishing, antioxidant and anti-inflammatoryIdeal for dry, mature and sensitive skin, improving elasticity (anti-stretch marks) and combating signs of aging and conditions such as eczema; nourishes dry hair, adds shine and controls oil.

• Deep Hydration and NutritionRich in omegas (6 and 3), vitamins A and E, and antioxidants; penetrates without leaving a greasy feeling, repairs the skin barrier and provides flexibility.
• Anti-agingIt fights free radicals, stimulates collagen, reduces wrinkles and blemishes, and improves firmness.
• Calm and RepairAnti-inflammatory, ideal for irritated skin, sunburn, eczema, psoriasis and redness.
• Elasticity and Anti-stretch marks: Prevents and improves the appearance of stretch marks, especially during pregnancy and postpartum.
• HairNourishes, adds shine, softness and flexibility to dry and frizzy hair; balances sebum and fights dandruff.

A vital giant, incorporate it into your care routine!