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TRICHILIA ROKA SEED BUTTER.

Insufficient Data / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Trichilia Roka Seed Butter, also known as Mafura Butter, is a natural emollient rich in oleic and palmitic acids, providing significant moisturizing benefits that enhance skin softness and suppleness. Its composition of bioactive compounds also imparts antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties for comprehensive skin support.

Summary

Emollient Skin Conditioning Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Antimicrobial Moisturizer

Science

Mechanism of Action

This botanical butter functions primarily as an emollient and skin conditioner. Its high content of oleic and palmitic fatty acids creates a lipid barrier on the skin's surface, effectively minimizing transepidermal water loss and thereby enhancing moisture retention, resulting in a softer, smoother complexion. Beyond its moisturizing capabilities, the presence of specific limonoids, such as Trichilin, confers antioxidant activity to combat free radical damage, alongside anti-inflammatory effects that soothe irritation and antimicrobial actions that contribute to balanced skin microflora. It also supports the equilibrium of natural moisture and oil production.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

This ingredient is a stable vegetable oil, maintaining efficacy for 2 to 3 years when stored appropriately in closed containers, away from heat and light, and below 24°C (75°F). It naturally solidifies at cooler temperatures, which is reversible with gentle warming. Raw forms may exhibit high acidity and require purification for certain applications to ensure product quality.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Unknown

Official safety assessments by regulatory bodies such as CIR, SCCS, or FDA are not publicly available, categorizing its status as "insufficient data." While certified for cosmetic application and not on prohibited lists, studies indicate potential cytotoxic activity, particularly when extracted via hot methods. Additionally, reports of toxicity in animals consuming T. emetica seeds exist. Consequently, rigorous processing and purification, especially to manage the high acidity often found in raw extractions, are essential for safe incorporation into cosmetic formulations.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While Trichilia Roka Seed Butter offers a spectrum of benefits including emollience, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory actions, the current lack of comprehensive safety assessments by regulatory bodies designates its overall rating as "insufficient-data."

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