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botanical seed powder

VIROLA SEBIFERA SEED POWDER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Ucuuba seed powder from the Amazonian Virola sebifera tree, rich in myristic acid triglycerides, used as a natural exfoliant and emollient with broadly favorable but informal safety standing.

Skin benefits

  • Botanical powder rich in myristic acid triglycerides providing emollience
  • Acts as a natural exfoliant and texturizer in cleansers
  • Offers occlusive and moisturizing benefits typical of ucuuba seed
  • Sustainably harvested in Amazonian supply chains

Known concerns

  • Limited formal CIR or SCCS assessment for the seed powder form
  • High myristic acid content can be comedogenic in acne-prone skin
  • Sourcing variability affects purity and microbial profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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