Bao-Active C – Extract of the Fruit of Africa’s Tree of Life

by rrperu | Jun 5, 2026 | homepage, Skin | 0 comments

Bao-Active C is an extract of the fruit of Africa's Tree of Life - the baobab tree (Adansonia Digitata).

Adansonia digitata (Baobab) is a majestic tree revered in Africa for its medicinal and nutritional value. It is widely distributed throughout sub-Saharan Africa and the Limpopo Province of South Africa. In African communities, the baobab fruit is commonly referred to as the 'super-fruit' based on its rich nutritional profile. Abundant in vitamins and minerals, the baobab fruit provides a healthy supplement for children, and is also consumed by a host of wildlife.

HARVESTING & CULTIVATION

The Baobab fruit used in Bao-Active C is sustainably sourced and harvested locally in South Africa and Zimbabwe. The plant material is Organic and Fair Trade-certified and the harvesting creates livelihoods for rural communities through our supplier, EcoProducts.

THE BAO-ACTIVE C EFFECT

Overtime the regenerative capacity of the skin deteriorates due to a lack of nutrients that are essential for cell replication. Bao-Active C supplies a diverse range of minerals and micronutrients to supercharge the regeneration of the epithelial layer and provide a unique skin food that has been used for centuries. Bao-Active C provides the formulator and user with a unique solution to skin that has been affected by harsh weather conditions and blue light pollution.

INCI NAME: Adansonia digitata fruit extract, propanediol, water

TRADITIONAL USES

Rich in vitamins and minerals, the baobab fruit provides a healthy supplement for children. In some African countries, a paste made from the fruit pulp is applied to swollen joints as an anti-inflammatory agent. It is also used to treat fevers and to stimulate the immune system.

ACTIVE COMPONENTS

The high levels of Vitamin C in baobab fruit provide a natural way to treat and prevent skin wrinkles associated with photo-ageing. Provided that the pH range is correctly maintained, the Vitamin C in this extract remains stable. Clinical studies have shown that the topical use of Vitamin C increases collagen production in young as well as older human skin.

The rich cocktail of vitamins, amino acids, critical antioxidants and minerals present in the Adansonia digitata fruit provides
the skin with vital nutrition for maintaining a youthful radiance.

Vitamin A, also known as Retinol, is effective in rebuilding collagen to fight wrinkles and fade dark spots caused by sun damage. Bao-Active C is essential for rejuvenation and cell renewal.