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Murumuru Seed Butter

Good

Emollient

Murumuru Seed Butter description

Murumuru seed butter is a non-fragrant vegetable fat that’s nearly solid at room temperature (much like dairy butter). It functions as an emollient ingredient that works to keep moisture in skin and soften its texture. Murumuru seed butter comes from a species of Brazilian palm tree and its benefits are considered similar to palm oil.

Related ingredients: Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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