Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract
THE
8/10
Concern level
High concern
Botanical extract from cocoa beans or cocoa-derived plant material. In cosmetics it is mainly used as a skin-conditioning, antioxidant-supporting, and sensorial ingredient; composition varies with extraction method and may include polyphenols, sugars, and trace methylxanthines.
Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSoothing
Chemical Properties
pH Range
4.00 - 7.00Typical Concentration
0.10% - 5.00%CAS Number: 84649-99-0
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin7/10
oily skin6/10
sensitive skin6/10
acne prone5/10
mature skin8/10
normal skin7/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No specific incompatibilities are well established; use caution in formulas with high levels of other fragranced botanicals if sensitivity is a concern.
Risks & Warnings
Generally low risk, but botanical extracts can cause rare irritation or allergy. If the extract is cocoa-butter rich or used in an anhydrous emollient system, it may feel heavier on acne-prone skin.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
Found In Products
Drunk Elephant
D-Bronzi™ Bronzing Drops with Peptides
Charlotte Tilbury
Collagen Superfusion Firming & Plumping Facial Oil
Sulwhasoo
First Care Activating Serum for Anti-Aging
Dr. Jart+
Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Eye Cream
Sulwhasoo
First Care Activating Single Sheet Mask
Beauty of Joseon
Revive Eye Serum
Sulwhasoo
First Care Activating Serum Sheet Mask
Clarins
DOUBLE SERUM® To Firm, Boost Radiance & Refine Pores
LANEIGE
Bouncy & Firm Eye Brightening Sleeping Mask with Peony + Collagen Complex™
Then I Met You
Pore Purifying Soothing Cleansing Gel with Green Tea
Clarins
DOUBLE SERUM® Light Texture To Firm, Boost Radiance & Refine Pores
Sulwhasoo