Caractéristiques
- INCI
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract
- CAS
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91080-23-8
Il s'agit du numéro de la substance dans le registre du Chemical Abstracts Service. Le numéro CAS identifie de manière unique une substance indépendamment de la langue, du nom commercial ou des synonymes.
- EC
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293-515-7
Il s'agit du numéro de substance dans le système européen d'identification chimique (numéro CE), utilisé dans les bases de données réglementaires européennes, y compris ECHA/CosIng.
- Fonctions
- skin conditioning
Pour qui
Descriptif
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract is a refined extract derived from shea butter, prized for its high content of triterpene esters and other skin-friendly lipids. In formulas, it’s used more for its active-support role than as a heavy emollient, helping products feel nourishing without the richness of straight shea butter. It’s commonly included at low levels, around 0.5–1%, where it can contribute to a smoother, more cushioned skin feel.
For skin, this ingredient is often associated with barrier support and a calming, comfort-focused profile, making it appealing in moisturizers, body care, and products for dry or easily irritated-feeling skin. In hair care, it may help improve softness and reduce the rough, dry feel of strands, especially in conditioners and leave-ins. People who like shea-derived ingredients but want a lighter texture may appreciate it most.
Caveat: it’s not the same as raw shea butter, so the sensory experience and level of richness can be quite different. As with any plant-derived ingredient, individual tolerance varies, and the final effect depends on the full formula rather than the extract alone.
Produits avec Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract (698 total des dépenses)
Présent surtout dans les produits Caudalie (34 produits)