Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter

THE

8/10

Concern level

High concern

A plant-derived butter obtained from the seeds of Theobroma grandiflorum (cupuaçu). It is a rich triglyceride-based emollient used to soften skin, reduce transepidermal water loss, and improve product body and spreadability. Cupuaçu butter is valued for its high lipid content and strong water-binding capacity, making it useful in moisturizers, balms, conditioners, and barrier-supportive formulations.

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

1.00% - 100.00%

CAS Number: 394236-97-6

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin9/10

oily skin3/10

sensitive skin6/10

acne prone3/10

mature skin8/10

normal skin7/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No specific ingredient incompatibilities are known., In very rich formulas, it may be better balanced with lighter emollients if breakouts are a concern., Users with malassezia/fungal acne concerns may prefer formulas without heavy plant butters.

Risks & Warnings

Generally low risk, but as a rich butter it may feel heavy on oily or acne-prone skin and can contribute to clogged-pores concerns in some users. Rare contact irritation or allergy to plant-derived lipids is possible. Like other butters/oils, it may be unsuitable for malassezia-prone users depending on the full formula.

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