babassu

noun

ba·bas·su ˌbä-bə-ˈsü

: a tall pinnate-leaved palm (Attalea speciosa synonym Orbignya phalerata) of Brazil with hard-shelled nuts yielding a valuable oil

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Instead of heavy, dense oils, the formula opts for a lightweight babassu oil that intensively conditions without over-slicking the hair. —

Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 28 Dec. 2024 There’s also a handful of botanical oils (coconut, peppermint, castor, and babassu seed, to name a few) for additional nutrients. —

Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024 Infused with peptides, natural butters, and babassu oil, the plumping formulation softens the lips while coating them with a non-sticky gleam. —

Jenny Berg, Allure, 6 Oct. 2024 Key ingredients: Peptide & ceramide complex, hyaluronic acid, squalane, hemp, macadamia, babassu, and jojoba seed oils Size: 1 fl oz Don’t Forget Sunscreen! —

Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for babassu