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Antioxidant

THEOBROMA CACAO FRUIT EXTRACT

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Cocoa fruit extract used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning effects, rich in flavanols. Edible source with a clean cosmetic safety record at typical use levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant flavanols and polyphenols
  • Skin conditioning
  • Mild caffeine/theobromine vasoactivity
  • Moisturizing fruit-fraction sugars

Known concerns

  • Possible allergy in cocoa-sensitive users
  • Theobromine/caffeine content (very low topical relevance)
  • Color may stain formulas
  • Variable phytochemical profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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