Sclerocarya birrea (Marula) kernel oil

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AKA: Marula kernel oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
African Botanical
Not Clean
OriginNative 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.
Sclerocarya birrea (marula) kernel oil is a cosmetic ingredient.
Family
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Kernel
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR