Common Name(s): Acrocomia aculeata seed butter,acrocomia aculeata seed butter,botanical oil,emollient efa source
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides emollient conditioning from sc-compatible fatty acid triglycerides with the specific oleic, linoleic, and saturated fatty acid ratio of acrocomia aculeata determining barrier repair properties.
Why It's Used: Acrocomia aculeata seed butter is selected for the distinctive lipid profile of acrocomia aculeata — the specific efa composition determines spreading speed, occlusion level, and sc barrier integration properties unique to this botanical source.
How It Works: Botanical oil triglycerides: oleic c18:1 → fluid emolliency; linoleic c18:2 → ceramide precursor; sfa → structure and occlusion; sc lipid bilayer integration.
Typically Found In: Skin care,barrier repair
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient – antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–30%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Conditional
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Efa composition and oxidative stability should be verified — rancidity raises free radical load rather than reducing it.
Last Verified: Cosing database,acrocomia aculeata botanical oil review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-22