Arachis hypogaea (Peanut) flour
AKA “Peanut Flour”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Arachis hypogaea (Peanut) flour
AKA: Peanut Flour
Synthetic · Exfoliant | Conditioning | Thickener · EWG: 3
Plant-Derived
Exfoliant
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Science: Process: Drying + Milling Safety Ratings: CIR: Insufficient data
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Nut
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
8002-03-7
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Native to South America, Africa. Derived from peanuts (Arachis hypogaea), legumes native to South America and now cultivated extensively in Africa. Produced by drying peanuts and mechanically milling them into fine flour particles.
Plant Source
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Nut
Function
Exfoliant | Conditioning | Thickener
Benefits
Physical Exfoliant
Conditions Hair
Conditions Skin
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Traditional Use
Ground peanut meal used historically in folk beauty remedies for gentle exfoliation; traditionally employed in face masks and scrubs across various cultures.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Uneven Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR