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These are baobab pods

Sustainably harvested from the wild by PhytoTrade producers

From tree

to shelf

Here's how...

wild-harvested African actives

organic, ethical and promoting fair trade

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Mafura

Used in Africa for generations

renowned for its cosmetic and healing properties

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Marula

Sustainably harvested from the wild naturally softens, nourishes and revitalises Find out more...

Kigelia africana

also known as the Sausage Tree with active cosmetic properties Find out more...

PhytoTrade Africa

PhytoTrade Africa was established in 2002 as the trade association of the natural products industry in Southern Africa. Our purpose is to alleviate poverty and protect biodiversity in the region by developing an industry that is not only economically successful but also ethical and sustainable.
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Our Products

Baobab
Oil & Fruit Powder: the superfruit!
Devil’s Claw
Extract: with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Kalahari Melon Seed
Oil: The Kalahari melon (citrullus lanatus) is also known as the Tsamma ...
Kigelia africana
Fruit Extract: a treatment for skin complaints from eczema to skin ...
Marula
Oil: improves skin hydration and skin smoothness, and reduces redness.
Mongongo
Oil: contains high levels of vitamin E (tocopherol), linoleic and eleostearic acids, ...
Trichilia
Mafura butter: renowned for its cosmetic and healing properties.
Ximenia
Oil: an effective treatment for dry skin prone to ageing.

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Phytotrade Africa members make a number of products using the species that are harvested by rural producers. All these products are certified by PhytoTrade Africa under our Accredited Partners scheme.