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Cocoa Butter
Cocoa Butter
Key Functions: Ideal for lip balms, lotions, body butters, and hair masks. Rich in fatty acids for deep moisturization
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Information About Cocoa Butter
✅ Key Features
- 100% Pure and natural Cocoa Butter (Theobroma cacao)
- Rich in fatty acids for deep moisturization
- Solid at room temperature, melts at body temperature
- Ideal for lip balms, lotions, body butters, and hair masks
- Can be used in both cosmetic and food-grade applications
🔬 Description
Cocoa Butter – Rich Emollient for Skin & Hair Care
Cocoa Butter from Bio Shop™ is a luxurious, nourishing fat extracted from cocoa beans. Its creamy consistency and pleasant chocolate-like aroma make it a favorite for DIY skincare and cosmetic formulations. It deeply hydrates dry, sensitive skin and enhances skin elasticity, making it perfect for body butters, stretch mark creams, and lip balms. Also excellent in hair masks for restoring shine and softness.
📊 Technical Data
INCI Name: Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
CAS Number: 8002-31-1
Solubility: Oil-soluble
Add Phase: Oil Phase
pH Stability: Not applicable
Processing Temperature: 40–60°C (melting point ~34–38°C)
Appearance: Solid, pale yellow to off-white
Odor: Mild chocolate aroma
Molecular Formula: Mixture of fatty acids
Molecular Weight: Not applicable
Flash Point: > 200°C
Density: ~0.89 g/cm³
Chemical Type: Natural triglyceride
Functional Groups: Ester, fatty acids
Primary Cosmetic Uses: Moisturizers, body butters, lip balms, soaps, hair masks
🧪 Recommended Usage
- Usage Rate: 1–100% depending on application
- Recommended Combinations: Shea Butter, Beeswax, Vitamin E
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
💡 Pro Tip
Mix Cocoa Butter with Shea Butter and Vitamin E oil to create an ultra-moisturizing body butter. Melt gently using a double boiler and pour into jars—perfect for winter skincare or stretch mark prevention.
👩🔬 Skin Type Compatibility
✔️ Dry
✔️ Normal
✔️ Sensitive
✔️ Mature
❌ Oily (use in moderation)
🧴 Formulation Ideas
1. Nourishing Lip Balm:
40% Cocoa Butter
30% Beeswax
25% Coconut Oil
5% Flavor/Essential Oil
2.Body Butter for Dry Skin:
50% Cocoa Butter
30% Shea Butter
10% Almond Oil
5% Vitamin E
5% Fragrance Oil
3.Hair Shine Mask:
40% Cocoa Butter
20% Castor Oil
30% Coconut Oil
10% Argan Oil
💧 Cosmetic Suitability:
Serums
⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Fair
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Creams & Lotions
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Excellent
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Toners
☆☆☆☆☆ – Not Suitable
🟥⬜⬜⬜⬜
Face Masks
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜
Cleansers
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ – Reasonable
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Hair Masks
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
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Deodorants
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ – Reasonable
🟨🟨🟨⬜⬜
Eye Creams
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜
Shampoos
⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Fair
🟧🟧⬜⬜⬜
Soaps
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜
Conditioners
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ – Reasonable
🟨🟨🟨⬜⬜
Lip Balms
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Excellent
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Body Butters
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Excellent
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Ointments
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
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❓ FAQs
Q1: Is Cocoa Butter suitable for face use?
Yes, but in small amounts. Best for dry to very dry or mature skin.
Q2: Does it clog pores?
It has a comedogenic rating of 4, so avoid using it on acne-prone areas.
Q3: Can I use it in lip products?
Absolutely! It's edible and safe for lip balms and glosses.
📂 Documentation
Upon request, we will provide.
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