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Sclerocarya birrea (Marula) kernel oil
AKA “Marula Kernel Oil”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Sclerocarya birrea (Marula) kernel oil
AKA: Marula Kernel Oil
Essential Oil · Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
African Botanical
Essential Oil
Clean
Cold-pressed marula oil from Southern Africa nourishes skin with antioxidants that help protect against environmental damage and support a healthy complexion.
Family
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Kernel
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Southern Africa. Extracted from the kernels of Sclerocarya birrea trees, native to Southern Africa and belonging to the Anacardiaceae family. Cold-pressed from the dried kernels to obtain the oil without heat or chemical solvents.
Plant Source
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Kernel
Function
Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Used for centuries by indigenous peoples of southern Africa in traditional skincare and healing practices. The oil was traditionally applied to skin and hair for nourishment and protection.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR