Sodium Cocoa Butterate
AKA “Cocoa Butter Derivative, Theobroma Cacao Derivative”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Sodium cocoa butterate
AKA: Cocoa Butter Derivative, Theobroma Cacao Derivative
Synthetic · Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Synthetic
Clean
Sodium Cocoa Butterate is the sodium salt of the fatty acids derived from Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Expeller Pressed | Functions: Cleansing, Surfactant - Cleansing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
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Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Central America. Derived from cocoa seed butter (Theobroma cacao), a plant in the Malvaceae family native to Central America. Created by saponification of cocoa butter fatty acids with sodium hydroxide.
Plant Source
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Cleansing
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Cocoa butter has been used since pre-Columbian times by Aztecs for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. The sodium salt derivative was created in the 20th century as an emulsifier for modern skincare formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR