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Emollient

VIROLA SEBIFERA NUT OIL

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Ucuuba butter from a Virola tree native to the Amazon — a hard, balm-like emollient rich in saturated fats. Used traditionally on skin. The seed oil is generally tolerated, but cosmetic data is limited.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Rich emollient butter
  • Traditional Amazonian skin uses
  • Saturated fatty acid balm-like texture

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic safety data
  • Source genus contains psychoactive compounds (different parts)
  • Sustainability of Amazon sourcing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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