Theobroma cacao (Cocoa) seed extract

AKA: Cacao tree, Cocoa seed extract
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Extract
Not Clean
Theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
84649-99-0 / 8002-31-1
Form
Liquid
Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Fights free radical damage
Traditional Use
Cacao has been used by Mesoamerican and Aztec cultures for thousands of years in ritualistic and cosmetic applications for its antioxidant properties. The Aztecs valued cocoa butter for skin nourishment and considered it a luxury beauty ingredient.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Antioxidant
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed0 reviews
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR