Sodium Cocoa Butterate

AKA “Cocoa Butter Derivative, Theobroma Cacao Derivative”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Sodium cocoa butterate

AKA: Cocoa Butter Derivative, Theobroma Cacao Derivative

Synthetic · 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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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

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.