Murumuru is an extraordinary plant butter extracted from the seeds of the spiny palm tree Astrocaryum murumuru<\/i>. It grows in the Amazon region, especially in the regularly flooded lowlands along the river courses. The thorny palm reaches a height of up to ten meters and is easily recognizable by its large leaves and distinctive spines.<\/p>\n
When the fruits are ripe, the entire fruit cluster falls to the ground. The locals collect the edible fruits, separate the seeds from the pulp, and dry them. The very hard seeds are ground before pressing. The result of hydraulic pressing is solid murumuru kernel butter<\/b> \u2013 a valuable natural product with a high nutrient density.<\/p>\n
Traditionally, murumuru is not only valued as a food in South America, but is also used to support skin health and repel ticks, as it has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>\n
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Murumuru butter is characterized by an exceptionally high proportion of saturated fatty acids<\/b>. The saturated\/unsaturated ratio is approximately 90\/10, which gives it high stability and low susceptibility to rancidity. This fatty acid profile makes murumuru butter particularly well suited for use in cosmetics.<\/p>\n
Fatty acid composition (approximate):<\/p>\n
The waxy butter is white-beige in color and has a pleasant, slightly musky aroma.<\/p>\n
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With a melting range between 32\u00b0C and 35\u00b0C<\/b>, murumuru butter is more solid than palm oil (approx. 25\u00b0C) or coconut oil (approx. 22.7\u00b0C), which makes it particularly valuable for a wide range of cosmetic applications. For example, it can be combined with softer vegetable fats or partially replace cocoa butter to improve the stability and texture of formulations.<\/p>\n
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A main component of murumuru butter is lauric acid (INCI: Lauric Acid, CAS No. 143-07-7). As a saturated fatty acid, it is used in many ways in skin and hair care \u2013 both as a surfactant and emulsifier and as a functional active ingredient.<\/p>\n
Lauric acid occurs naturally in triglycerides in all skin fats. In murumuru butter, it has the following effects:<\/p>\n
It can replace palm oil, palm kernel oil, or coconut oil in soap formulations and ensures good lather and a pleasant skin feel.<\/p>\n
Important: Health claims such as \u201ceffective against cardiovascular disease\u201d or \u201csupports weight loss\u201d are not permitted in the EU and are not scientifically proven. However, there is evidence of its effectiveness against skin infections<\/b>, especially against Propionibacterium acnes<\/i>, a bacterium that plays a role in blemished skin.<\/p>\n
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In cosmetic products, murumuru butter is particularly valued for:<\/p>\n
It is ideal for:<\/p>\n
Murumuru butter reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL), restores the hydrolipid film, and strengthens the skin barrier. Its antimicrobial effect<\/b> also makes it suitable for acne-prone skin<\/b>.<\/p>\n
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Thanks to its film-forming properties, murumuru butter also supports hair care:<\/p>\n
It is an excellent moisturizer and shine enhancer<\/b> in shampoos, conditioners, or hair masks.<\/p>\n
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Thanks to its compact, non-greasy texture, murumuru butter is suitable as:<\/p>\n
It forms a transparent, silicone-like protective film on the skin and hair \u2013 a natural alternative to silicones<\/b> with a comparable sensory profile, but without any greasiness or stickiness.<\/p>\n
Murumuru is non-comedogenic<\/b>, does not cause irritation and is also suitable for sensitive skin.<\/p>\n
In after-sun products, its high lauric acid content also has a cooling and soothing<\/b> effect.<\/p>\n
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Brazilian raw material supplier Beraca also uses murumuru seeds as a natural exfoliating agent in shower gels, face and body cleansers, and scalp care products. These exfoliating particles are 100% biodegradable, sustainably harvested, and an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic microparticles.<\/p>\n
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Unfortunately, murumuru butter is sometimes diluted with inferior fillers<\/b> such as glycerin or refined fat pastes. For high-quality cosmetic applications, it is important to look for recognized certifications, e.g.:<\/p>\n These seals provide assurance of purity, cultivation, and processing.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n INCI:<\/b> Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter<\/p>\n CAS number:<\/b> 356065-49-1<\/p>\n Origin:<\/b> Brazil<\/p>\n Extraction:<\/b> hydraulic cold pressing<\/p>\n Storage:<\/b> cool, dry, protected from light at 14\u201318\u00b0C<\/p>\n Shelf life:<\/b> unopened: 18 months<\/p>\n Main components:<\/b> lauric acid, myristic acid, oleic acid<\/p>\n Effect:<\/b> reduces TEWL, strengthens the hydrolipid film, supports the skin barrier, moisturizes, smooths skin and hair<\/p>\n Use:<\/b> Skin care, anti-aging products, makeup, hair care (especially curly\/frizzy hair), consistency enhancer, silicone alternative<\/p>\n Application concentration:<\/b> 0.2\u20135%<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Murumuru butter is a versatile and powerful plant-based active ingredient with excellent properties for skin and hair care. As a natural alternative to silicones and medium-chain fatty acids, it provides intense moisture, antioxidant effects, and a silky, non-greasy feel. It is particularly suitable for sensitive, mature, dry, or acne-prone skin and is ideal for high-quality natural and premium cosmetics.<\/p>\n Cosmacon will be happy to <\/b>advise you <\/a>on how to optimally integrate murumuru butter into your formulations\u2014for innovative, effective, and consumer-oriented care products.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n
Profile: Murumuru butter<\/h2>\n
Conclusion \u2013 Murumuru as a premium cosmetic ingredient<\/h2>\n