Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 14 Aug 2026
Also known as: cupuacu seed butter, Theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter
Also called cupuacu seed butter
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What Is Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter?
Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter is the extract from the seed of a plant known as cupuacu that is native to the Amazon Basin in South America. Much like the seed butter from a related plant, Theobroma cacao (cocoa), it is well known for its emollient and softening properties.
Clinical Evidence & References
References:
- UL Prospector, Accessed April 2023, Website View Study
- IFAC PapersOnline, September 2018, pages 16-21 View Study
- International Journal of Toxicology, November-December 2017, pages 51S-129S View Study
- The Journal of the American College of Clinical Wound Specialists, December 2012, pages 92-94 View Study
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Tetrahydrodemethoxydiferuloylmethane
A plant-derived antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stress
Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane
A curcumin metabolite with antioxidant and soothing properties
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
A plant extract with antioxidant properties derived from cocoa seeds
Thermus Thermophilus Ferment
Natural result from the fermentation of *Thermus thermophilus*
Thioctic Acid
AKA alpha lipoic acid
Thiodiglycolic Acid
A reducing agent with antioxidant properties, though use in skincare remains limited
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