Homemade Babassu Oil Recipes
These homemade babassu oil recipes are cost-effective and the ingredients are easily available. Oil of babassu has of recent been hailed as the “new” coconut oil. Read more about babassu oil health and beauty benefits. Consider including babassu oil in your daily beauty self–care routine by taking advantage of our other recipes homemade natural deodorant, whipped babassu moisturizer and our homemade beard balm.
As today’s society continues to become more and more inclined to use natural, organic health and beauty products, we are continually discovering and developing new resources and ingredients. Packed with antioxidants and healthy fats, babassu oil can boost the health of your skin.
Moisturizing without a greasy feel or clogging your pores. Babassu oil has properties similar to coconut oil and it is increasingly being used as its substitute. Babassu oil can be applied to the skin as a solid that melts on contact. Natural organic ingredients are essential to a well–rounded health and beauty self–care routine as man–made chemical and petrochemical products packaged in single use plastic can have countless adverse effects on the human body and the environment.
Babassu oil or “cusi” oil is a clear light yellow oil with an almost undetectable scent extracted from the kernels of the nuts of the babassu palm (Attalea speciosa, Orbignya speciosa) also known as babaçu. Babassu is a palm tree native to the Amazon Rainforest region in South America.
Babassu oil can be found packaged either in a jar in soft solid form, like coconut oil would be, or in an oil dropper for direct topical application to face or body. Check local health food stores first. If you can’t find them locally, try Barefut. They sell it in a 4 oz. container at a reasonable price.
Comedogenic Rating
While coconut oil has a very high comedogenic rating (4), babassu oil is rated low (0–2). This means babassu oil should be safe for most skin types, even sensitive or problematic. It could even help treat irritations and skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, acne and rosacea. People with oily skin may experience a purging effect, similar to that of jojoba oil.
The mild scent of babassu oil makes it an excellent carrier oil to use with essential oils.
Homemade Under Eye Cream
This cream is great for hydrating and softening the delicate skin around your eyes. It is also great for reducing puffiness and dark circles. Best of all, it’s easy to make, and the addition of frankincense essential oil works to gently firm the skin.
Ingredients
- ½ Tbsp. babassu oil
- 1 drop frankincense essential oil
- ¼ oz. lip balm container (this is a great opportunity to upcycle or repurpose)
Directions
- Place lip balm container with closed lid with babassu oil in a bowl of warm water to liquefy.
- Mix in essential oil and let cool and solidify (4–6 hours, preferably overnight).
- Once solid, that’s it. It is ready to use or gift.
Bedtime Cream with Babassu and Lavender
If you have trouble sleeping and are you looking for a natural way to help you relax and fall asleep at night. You may want to try using this bedtime cream with babassu oil and lavender. Made with lavender essential oil, this cream can help promote relaxation and ease anxiety, which can lead to a good night’s sleep. Plus, it’s made with all–natural ingredients, so it’s safe for your skin. Give it a try.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup babassu oil
- 24 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 oz. glass jar with tight–fitting lid
Directions
- Place glass jar with closed lid with babassu oil in a bowl of warm water to liquefy.
- Mix in essential oil and let cool and solidify (4–6 hours, preferably overnight).
- Once solid, that’s it. It is ready to use or gift.
Homemade Babassu Lip Balm
If you’re bored of the same old lip balms, why not try making your own? Babassu oil is a great natural ingredient for lip balm as it is moisturizing and protective. Here is how to make a homemade lip balm using babassu oil and sweet orange essential oil. So why not give it a go? Your lips will thank you.
Yield: ¼ oz.
Prep Time: 1 Minute
Recipe Time: 1 Minute
Total Time: 2 Minutes
Ingredients
- ½ Tbsp. babassu oil
- 3 drops sweet orange essential oil
- ¼ oz. lip balm container (this is a great opportunity to upcycle or repurpose)
Directions
- Place lip balm container with closed lid with babassu oil in a bowl of warm water to liquefy.
- Mix in essential oil and let cool and solidify (4–6 hours, preferably overnight).
- Once solid, that’s it. It is ready to use or gift.
Precautions
Generally speaking, moderate and responsible use of the oil should not cause any negative side effects. These limited side effects can include skin irritation, imbalances in your thyroid, bleeding issues or pregnancy complications.
Little is known about the negative effects of babassu oil in pregnant or nursing women. To be safe, you should consult your healthcare provider before using babassu oil if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Additionally, a 2007 study suggests that babassu fruit flour may slow your body’s blood–clotting ability. If you’re taking blood thinners or may be undergoing surgery soon, you should avoid babassu oil, as it may have a similar effect.
There is little evidence that eating babassu fruit and other parts of the plant might also impair your thyroid function, which can be particularly harmful to people with hypothyroidism (Hashimoto’s). If you have this condition, it may be best to avoid babassu oil. If you choose to use babassu oil, then you should supplement your nutrition with iodine and avoid naturally occurring goitrogens (foods). Over–consumption of babassu oil may also contribute to weight gain due to its high fat content.
It’s difficult to know how much babassu oil enters your bloodstream after you apply it to your skin. Therefore, if you have any concerns about using it, you should talk to your healthcare provider.
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Sources:
Babassu Oil Benefits for Skin with Recipes – Carrier Oil Spotlight
https://www.lovingessentialoils.com/blogs/essential-oil-tips/babassu-oil-benefits-for-skin
Jennifer Lane – Certified Aromatherapist on 02/16/2022