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Cocoa

 

Botanical Name: Theobroma cacao

Botanical Description: Cocoa is a small evergreen tree belonging to the Malvaceae family, native to the deep tropical regions of Central and South America.

Cosmetic Benefits: Cocoa extract is rich in antioxidants, such as flavonoids and polyphenols, which help protect the skin from oxidative stress and UV damage. It also contains vitamins and minerals that help nourish and moisturize the skin, promoting a soft and supple complexion. Cocoa extract has a luxurious scent and texture, making it a popular ingredient in skincare products for its indulgent sensory experience.

Scientific Overview: Cocoa beans are the seeds of the cocoa tree, which are used to produce cocoa powder and chocolate. Cocoa extract is also utilized in skincare products for its antioxidant and moisturizing properties.

Cultivation and Harvest: Cocoa trees are cultivated in humid tropical regions worldwide for their beans. The pods containing the beans are harvested when ripe and then fermented and dried.

Plant Morphology: Cocoa trees have broad, glossy leaves and produce small, pink or white flowers that develop into large, football-shaped pods. Each pod contains numerous cocoa beans surrounded by a sweet, mucilaginous pulp.

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