Description

Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter is a natural fat derived from the seeds of the Shorea stenoptera tree, which belongs to the Dipterocarpaceae family. Known for its emollient properties, it is used in cosmetics and personal care products for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Chemical Composition and Structure

Fatty Acids: Contains a range of fatty acids, including stearic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, and palmitic acid.
Triglycerides: Primarily composed of triglycerides, which are esters derived from glycerol and three fatty acids.
Phytonutrients: May contain various plant-based antioxidants and vitamins that contribute to its skin benefits.

Physical Properties

Appearance: Solid at room temperature; typically a pale yellow to ivory color.
Odor: Mild, natural nutty or earthy scent.
Texture: Smooth and creamy; melts upon contact with the skin.

Production Process

Harvesting: Seeds of the Shorea stenoptera tree are collected from the mature fruit.
Extraction: Seeds are cleaned and dried before being subjected to mechanical pressing or solvent extraction to obtain the oil.
Refinement: The extracted oil is filtered and refined to produce a smooth, butter-like consistency.
Solidification: The refined oil is cooled and solidified to form the butter.

Applications

Cosmetics: Used in a variety of cosmetic products, including moisturizers, creams, and balms.
Skin Care: Acts as an emollient and moisturizer, enhancing skin softness and hydration.
Hair Care: Can be used in conditioners and treatments to improve hair texture and manageability.

Cosmetic Benefits

Moisturizing: Provides deep hydration to the skin, making it soft and supple.
Emollient: Helps to smooth and condition the skin, reducing dryness and roughness.
Skin Barrier: Supports the skin’s natural barrier function, protecting it from environmental damage.

Safety

Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products. It is well-tolerated by most skin types and does not typically require a patch test unless an individual has specific sensitivities or allergies to tree nuts.

Environmental and Safety Considerations

Sustainability: The production of Shorea stenoptera seed butter should follow sustainable harvesting practices to ensure environmental protection and support the conservation of the Shorea stenoptera tree.
Regulation: Must comply with cosmetic regulations to ensure safety and efficacy in products.

INCI:


Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.

Skin conditioning agent - Emollient. Emollients have the characteristic of enhancing the skin barrier through a source of exogenous lipids that adhere to the skin, improving barrier properties by filling gaps in intercorneocyte clusters to improve hydration while protecting against inflammation. In practice, they have the ability to create a barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss. Emollients are described as degreasing or refreshing additives that improve the lipid content of the upper layers of the skin by preventing degreasing and drying of the skin. The problem with emollients is that many have a strong lipophilic character and are identified as occlusive ingredients; they are oily and fatty materials that remain on the skin surface and reduce transepidermal water loss. In cosmetics, emollients and moisturisers are often considered synonymous with humectants and occlusives.
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CAS: 91770-65-9 EC number 294-851-7