INCI NAME
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Ingredient Origin
Plant-derived; extracted from cocoa beans (Theobroma cacao)
Origin: Tropical regions (commonly West Africa, South America, India)
Purity / Grade
Cosmetic Grade
Refined or deodorised butter
Free from added fragrances, colours, and preservatives
BENEFITS & USES
Key Benefits
• Excellent emollient providing long-lasting skin softness
• Helps improve skin smoothness and barrier feel
• Enhances richness and texture of cosmetic formulations
• Supports moisture retention in dry and mature skin products
• Provides good oxidative stability to formulations
Typical Applications
• Body butters and body creams
• Face creams and lotions
• Lip balms and lip care products
• Soaps and cleansing bars
• Hair masks, conditioners, and pomades
HOW IT WORKS
Cocoa Butter is a natural fat that softens and protects the skin by locking in moisture
It spreads easily and also nourishes hair, making it soft and smooth.
CONCENTRATION & SOLUBILITY
Recommended usage levels
• 2–5% in lotions and light creams
• 5–15% in body butters and rich creams
• Up to 20% in balms, sticks, and anhydrous products
Solubility details
• Insoluble in water
• Oil-soluble and compatible with vegetable oils and esters
FORMULATION GUIDELINES
• pH: Not pH dependent (anhydrous/fat phase ingredient)
• Temperature: Melt at 34–38 °C before incorporation
• Compatibility: Compatible with oils, waxes, butters, and emulsifiers
• Avoid prolonged overheating to prevent graininess
HOW TO USE
• Emulsions: Add to the oil phase and heat until fully melted
• Balms & butters: Melt and blend with oils and waxes
• Soaps: Add during oil phase or at trace, depending on process
SAFETY & REGULATORY INFORMATION
• Cosmetic ingredient for external use only
• Non-therapeutic, non-medical claims only
• Generally well tolerated in cosmetic applications
• Compliant with Indian cosmetic regulations (CDSCO)
• Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off products
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Protect from heat to avoid melting and recrystallisation
• Shelf life: 24 months in original unopened packaging