ASTROCARYUM MURUMURU SEED POWDER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Astrocaryum murumuru seed powder is an Amazonian palm ingredient with good cosmetic safety data and traditional use, though it lacks the extensive documentation of more widely adopted cosmetic ingredients.
Astrocaryum murumuru seed powder is derived from a palm native to the Amazon region. The Murumuru butter (from the same species) is used in cosmetics, and the powder form provides gentle exfoliation and skin-conditioning benefits. It contains lauric and myristic acids similar to babassu. The ingredient has a history of traditional use in Amazonian cosmetics. It is not listed on any EU cosmetic restriction annexes. The safety score reflects reasonable traditional use but limited international regulatory documentation.
Skin benefits
- Medium-chain fatty acids provide emollient and antimicrobial benefits
- Gentle exfoliation for sensitive skin
- Traditional use suggests good skin tolerance
- Contains carotenoids with antioxidant properties
Known concerns
- Limited EU-specific cosmetic safety documentation
- Less internationally studied than similar Astrocaryum species
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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