{"product_id":"babassu-oil","title":"Babassu Oil","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eWhat is babassu oil?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabassu oil is extracted from the kernels of the babassu palm tree (orbignya oleifera). Our babassu is not cold pressed, it is expeller pressed and refined. It is cream in colour and has a very neutral scent. It is solid at room temperature and is a smooth consistency. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe babassu tree is a type of palm tree that grows naturally in regions of Brazil, Mexico, Peru and Colombia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabassu is very similar to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/products\/extra-virgin-coconut-oil-organic-raw-cold-pressed-pure-bulk\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Coconut Oil\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecoconut oil\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/products\/palm-oil-soap-making-ingredients-wholesale\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Palm Oil\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epalm oil\u003c\/a\u003e. They have similar properties as they are solid at room temperature and melt very easily. Babassu oil is often used in recipes to substitute coconut oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is babassu oil used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabassu oil is very moisturising, it helps protect the skin's natural barrier, and it absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving greasy residue. It is often used in cosmetic products like creams, lotion, lip balms and moisturisers. It has a low comedogenic rating between 1 and 2, and is suitable for all skin types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabassu is rich in lauric acid and has a lower amount of oleic fatty acids. The fatty acids can also help with moisturising and hydrating natural, dry hair. It is also used in hair care recipes due to its protective emollient properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen babassu is used in soap making, it increases the hardness, cleansing and bubbling effect of the soap bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMake your own body butter with babassu oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Organic Unrefined Shea Butter\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/products\/shea-butter-raw-unrefined-organic-100-pure-and-natural-25g-500g-1-kg\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrganic, unrefined shea butter\u003c\/a\u003e 500g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBabassu oil 500g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Sweet Almond Oil\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/products\/sweet-almond-oil-massage-carrier-wholesale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSweet almond oil\u003c\/a\u003e 350ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Essential Oils\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/collections\/essential-oils\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEssential oils\u003c\/a\u003e (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMethod:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelt the babassu and shea butter in a bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce fully melted, mix in the almond oil and essential oils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the mixture to cool in the fridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce it looks like it is starting to set, take the bowl out of the fridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk the ingredients, using an electric whisk, until it starts to form a whipped consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow your body butter is ready to use!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the INCI name for babassu oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe INCI name for babassu oil is orbignya oleifera seed oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does babassu oil originate from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur babassu oil originates from Brazil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the saponification value of babassu oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe saponification value for babassu oil is between 245.0 to 256.0, with an average of 250.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor NaOH the SAP value is 0.178 and for KOH it is 0.250\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TheSoapery","offers":[{"title":"25g \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39637959016542,"sku":"BABASSU25","price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39637959049310,"sku":"BABASSU50","price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39637959082078,"sku":"BABASSU100","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ Clear Plastic Tub","offer_id":39637959114846,"sku":"BABASSU250PT","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39637959147614,"sku":"BABASSU200","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39637959180382,"sku":"BABASSU500","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Clear Plastic Tub","offer_id":39637959213150,"sku":"BABASSU500PT","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39637959245918,"sku":"BABASSU1000","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Clear Plastic Tub","offer_id":39637959278686,"sku":"BABASSU1000PT","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg \/ Clear Plastic Tub","offer_id":39637959311454,"sku":"BABASSU5000","price":81.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39637959344222,"sku":"BABASSU5000RS","price":79.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10kg \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39640582160478,"sku":"BABASSU10KGRS","price":157.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10kg \/ Clear Plastic Tub","offer_id":39640582258782,"sku":"BABASSU10KG","price":158.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"25kg \/ Resealable Pouch","offer_id":39640582455390,"sku":"BABASSU25KG","price":388.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1269\/7925\/files\/babassu.png?v=1714480589","url":"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.nl\/en\/products\/babassu-oil","provider":"TheSoapery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}