Peanut (Arachis Hypogaea) Flour
AKA “Arachis Hypogaea Flour”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Peanut (Arachis Hypogaea) flour
AKA: Arachis Hypogaea Flour
Synthetic · Exfoliant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Exfoliant
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Science: Process: Drying + Milling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3
Form
Powder
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Functions
Exfoliant
Removes dead skin cells so fresh ones can come through. Chemical exfoliants (acids) are generally gentler than physical scrubs.
Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Thickener
Physical Exfoliant
Conditions Hair
Controls Viscosity
Locks In Moisture
Hydrates and nourishes skin
Provides gentle exfoliation
Supports skin barrier function
Traditional Use
Peanut flour has been used for centuries in traditional skincare across African and Asian cultures as a gentle exfoliating and conditioning ingredient. Modern cosmetic use leverages its high protein and fatty acid content.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Rough Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Final report on the safety assessment of Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) Oil, Hydrogenated Peanut Oil, Peanut Acid, Peanut Glycerides, and Peanut (Arachis h
International journal of toxicology, 2001
Final report on the safety assessment of Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) Oil, Hydrogenated Peanut Oil, Peanut Acid, Peanut Glycerides, and Peanut (Arachis h
International journal of toxicology, 2001
Final report on the safety assessment of Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) Oil, Hydrogenated Peanut Oil, Peanut Acid, Peanut Glycerides, and Peanut (Arachis h
International journal of toxicology, 2001
Final report on the safety assessment of Peanut (Arachis hypogaea) Oil, Hydrogenated Peanut Oil, Peanut Acid, Peanut Glycerides, and Peanut (Arachis h
International journal of toxicology, 2001
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Peanut (Arachis Hypogaea) Oil, Hydrogenated Peanut Oil, Peanut Glycerides, and Peanut (Arachis Hypogaea) Flour
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Flour
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR