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ALLANBLACKIA STUHLMANNII SEED BUTTER.

Insufficient Data / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN PROTECTING

Allanblackia Stuhlmannii Seed Butter is a natural lipid extracted from the seeds of the Allanblackia tree, valued for its potent moisturizing and emollient capabilities. It effectively conditions the skin, providing substantial hydration without imparting a greasy residue.

Summary

Moisturizer Emollient Skin conditioning Soothing agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This seed butter functions primarily as an effective emollient and moisturizer, attributed to its high concentrations of stearic and oleic acids. These fatty acids help create a protective barrier on the skin's surface, which minimizes transepidermal water loss and locks in moisture. Its traditional application for various skin conditions suggests a potential for soothing and supporting skin recovery.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

As a solid butter, this ingredient is not typically subject to 'dusting' concerns, which usually apply to active ingredients that are underdosed.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Allanblackia seed butter is a solid with a high melting point, typically between 34°C and 42°C, making it particularly suitable for solid and semi-solid formulations. Its inherent tocopherol content contributes to good storage stability.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Moderate

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated Allanblackia seed oil (inclusive of A. stuhlmannii) as safe for human consumption as a novel food ingredient, with genotoxicity tests showing no mutagenic properties and a 90-day feeding study in rats at 20% concentration yielding no toxicologically relevant effects. However, EFSA noted that IgE-mediated allergenicity has not been experimentally assessed, and the presence of trace amounts of guttiferone F in refined oil might pose an allergy risk, recommending post-launch monitoring. There are no specific cosmetic safety reviews by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) or Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS), nor a defined FDA cosmetic status.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While Allanblackia Stuhlmannii Seed Butter demonstrates strong potential as a moisturizing and emollient ingredient with a non-greasy feel, the absence of dedicated cosmetic safety assessments and clinical efficacy data warrants further investigation before its full integration into precision skincare formulations.

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