Bassia latifolia seed butter
AKA “Mahua Butter, Bassia Latifolia Butter, Madhuca Butter”
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Ingredient Facts
Bassia latifolia seed butter
AKA: Mahua Butter, Bassia Latifolia Butter, Madhuca Butter
Extract · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Bassia Latifolia Seed Butter is the fat obtained from the seeds of Bassia latifolia, Chenopodiaceae Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Expeller Pressed | Functions: Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Amaranthaceae (Amaranth family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3
Form
Wax
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Moisturising
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Shea butter relative traditionally used in Indian Ayurvedic medicine and African skincare for moisturizing and healing skin. Known for high fat content and traditional use in body butter preparations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR