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If I had to use just one moisturizing product this winter, it would be baobab oil.

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Cedric Terrell

Not only is it super hydrating, but it can be applied from head to toeliterally.

Heres how Ive been working with the magic of baobab oil to stay smoothand how you could, too.

What is baobab oil?

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Baobab oil comes from the seeds of the baobab tree, which is native to Africa and Australia.

Omega fatty acids areknownto help heal the skin barrier and are even used to treat eczema.

Itmay even helpreduce redness, irritation, and acne.

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It has a low comedogenic rating so it also does not tend to cause clogged pores.

Ive been applying it to my body after every shower, to help rebuild the skin barrier.

This is all thanks to the polyunsaturated fatty acids.

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They also reinforce the skins barrier and help it maintain its suppleness and elasticity.

How to use baobab oil for hair

Baobab oil is also a pretty amazinghydrator for hair.

In the morning, after washing, my strands are softer and shinier than ever.

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What to look for when shopping for baobab oil

Another amazing feature of baobab oil?

It’s available from many brands at reasonable prices.

Note that it is also commonly sold as baobab seed oil and Adansonia digitateoil.

Cliganic

Organic Baobab Oil

AMAZON

R+Co

On A Cloud Baobab Oil Repair Splash-On Styler

SVA Organics

Baobab Seed Oil