Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Shea butter; rich in oleic and stearic acids with unsaponifiable fraction
Excellent emollient and skin conditioning; significant unsaponifiable fraction with anti-inflammatory properties; nut-derived, note potential tree nut allergy (rare cross-reactivity reported); fair trade sourcing check recommended
Function & Common Use
Emollient / Skin conditioning
Vegetable Oil
Body butters, moisturisers, lip care, baby care
Plant (shea nut, West Africa)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyrospermum Parkii Butter safe to use in skincare?
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Excellent emollient and skin conditioning; significant unsaponifiable fraction with anti-inflammatory properties; nut-derived, note potential tree nut allergy (rare cross-reactivity reported); fair trade sourcing check recommended
Is Butyrospermum Parkii Butter allowed in India?
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Butyrospermum Parkii Butter used for in cosmetics?
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter functions as: Emollient / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Body butters, moisturisers, lip care, baby care.
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