Snapshot
- Overview
- Rich cocoa butter that seals in moisture and leaves skin feeling soft.
- Category
- Barrier Support, Hydration, Skin Conditioning
- Type
- Emollient
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Butter
Theobroma cacao (cocoa) butter is a plant-derived triglyceride fat, solid at room temperature, pressed from cocoa beans. Balms and creams use it for a rich, occlusive emollient feel, a natural cocoa aroma, and better spreadability.
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Our take
Is Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Butter a Good Ingredient?
It rates Good since it's a stable, richly occlusive emollient that effectively reduces transepidermal water loss and softens skin. Its higher comedogenic potential can be a problem for acne-prone areas, though, which tempers it from a higher rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Forms a protective layer that reduces moisture loss, leaving skin feeling supple and smooth. Those prone to clogged pores may prefer limited use on facial areas.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in body butters, lip treatments, solid lotion sticks, and overnight body masks for intensive conditioning.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally well tolerated with low irritation potential. Due to its comedogenic risk, those prone to clogged pores should limit facial use or patch test. No common cosmetic regulatory restrictions known.
Products with Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Butter
