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Cocoa Butter

INCI · Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter · also Theobroma butter

Revelika safety grade

Overview

A rich plant butter from the cocoa bean that melts at skin temperature to form a softening, occlusive layer that reduces moisture loss. It is high in fatty acids and firms up at room temperature.

Who it's for

Dry and very dry skin, and body care where a rich finish is wanted.

Cautions

Heavy and potentially pore-clogging for oily or acne-prone facial skin.

Suitability
Suits skin type
Dry Oily Combination Sensitive Acne-prone Mature Normal
Targets
Concentration
Concentration0 – 10%
Effective from
Max safe
In the glossary
Frequently asked
What does Cocoa Butter do in skincare?

A rich plant butter from the cocoa bean that melts at skin temperature to form a softening, occlusive layer that reduces moisture loss. It is high in fatty acids and firms up at room temperature.

Is Cocoa Butter considered safe for skin?

Heavy and potentially pore-clogging for oily or acne-prone facial skin.

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