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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- EINECS No.
- 273-313-5
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Country Of Manufacture
Germany
- Areas Of Sourcing
Zimbabwe, Namibia, South Africa
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Solubility
Soluble in cosmetics esters and vegetable oils; insoluble in water.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Personal Hygiene Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Application, Properties & Efficacy
Mfula Marula Oil provides versatile care for a wide application of body- and hair-care products.
As a multi-purpose emollient, the oil consists of a light and silky feel that leave a luxurious impression on the skin. The oil’s rapid absorption supports strong all-round moisture retention, skin hydration and cleansing.
Providing anti-oxidant protection, Mfula Marula Oil reduces DNA damage and protects against free radicals, while the high level of oleic (omega-9) fatty acid content enables for a relatively long shelf life. Exceptionally high levels of β-sitosterol and Δ5-avenasterol provide robust anti-inflammatory action, reduce skin redness and alleviate irritation, whilst complimenting sensitive skin.
Due to a similar lipid and antioxidant profile, Mfula Marula Oil can be considered as an alternative to sweet almond and olive oils.
Clinical efficacy and safety studies* demonstrates that marula oil is non-irritant (p < 0.001), contains moisturizing and hydrating properties (p < 0.001) when applied to lipid-dry (xerosis) skin, and has occlusive effects (p < 0.001) when applied to normal skin. These findings may be linked to the absorption of the oil into the skin, due to the high percentage of oleic and presence of palmitic acids, which are known to disturb the stratum corneum intercellular lipids. These fatty acids are similar to those present in the epidermis, and can be considered biomimetic.
* “Safety and efficacy of Sclerocarya birrea (A.Rich.) Hochst (Marula) oil: A clinical perspective”, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 176, 24 December 2015, Pages 327–335 Baa7le Komanea, Ilze Vermaaka, Beverley Summers, Alvaro Viljoen
- Formulation and Usage
The following are example formulations where our customers have used Mfula Marula oil (unrefined or refined):
CATEGORY FORM % USAGE (UP TO)
Soaps Hand soap bars, liquid soap 40 Bath additives Bath wash, after bath/moisturizing oil 30/100 Facial skin care Cleansing gel, facial serum, makeup primer 30 Hand & body care Moisturizing cream, hydration lotion, body massage 25/100 Hair care Shampoo, conditioner, scalp mask, leave-in-lotion 20 Lip care Lip balm, lip repair cream, lipstick 15
Properties
- Physical Form
- Physico-Chemical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Physical State (20°C) | Clear – Pale Yellow Colour, Liquid Form, With No-Low Odour. | - | - |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | 0.0 – 2.0 | % | - |
| Key Fatty Acid Profile (16:0 Palmitic Acid) | 6.0 – 15.0 | - | - |
| Key Fatty Acid Profile (18:0 Stearic Acid) | 5.0 – 15.0 | - | - |
| Key Fatty Acid Profile (18:1 Oleic Acid) | 70.0 – 80.0 | - | - |
| Key Fatty Acid Profile (18:2 Linoleic Acid) | 3.0 – 10.0 | - | - |
| Key Fatty Acid Profile (20:0 Arachidic Acid) | 0.0 – 2.0 | - | - |
| Key Fatty Acid Profile (20:1 Eicosenoic Acid) | 0.0 – 1.0 | - | - |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
23.5kg net steel drums
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
30 Months