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Emollient

Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil

Often labeled as: Marula Oil

The antioxidant-heavy, silky African oil.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 2 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Cold-pressed from the nut of the Marula tree. It is highly rich in Oleic acid and contains significantly more antioxidants than Argan oil. It absorbs quickly, leaving a glowing finish.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Softens the skin profoundly, protects against free radicals, and seals in moisture.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Excellent for dry or mature skin; can be slightly comedogenic for acne-prone types.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It gets you drunk like the fermented fruit.

The Science

The oil is pressed from the nut, completely separate from the fermentable fruit pulp.