Sclerocarya birrea seed oil
AKA: Marula oil, African marula oil, Morula oil
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Clean
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sclerocarya birrea, Anacardiaceae
Family
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3
Form
Oil
Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Sclerocarya (marula) has been used for centuries in Southern African traditional medicine and skincare. The seed oil was traditionally applied to skin for healing and conditioning; gained international cosmetic popularity in the 21st century.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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