PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) SEED
Also known as: Avocado Seed
INCI: PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) SEED | Function: Exfoliant, Abrasive | Type: Plant Seed
What Is PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) SEED?
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Seed (牛油果核) 是牛油果的大种子，经干燥研磨后用作天然物理去角质剂 (physical exfoliant)。种子富含多酚类抗氧化剂 (polyphenols) 和纤维，磨碎后提供中等到较强的去角质力度，用于身体磨砂膏和皂类中。
Key Skin Benefits
- + Natural Physical Exfoliation — 坚硬颗粒提供有效去角质
- + Eco-friendly — 使用通常被丢弃的果实副产品
- + Polyphenol Content — 种子含有比果肉更高的抗氧化物质
Pros
- + Upcycling waste stream — sustainable ingredient story
- + Effective mechanical exfoliation for body care
- + Seed polyphenols may provide added antioxidant benefit
Cons
- − Particles can be too abrasive for facial skin
- − Irregular particle shape may cause micro-tears
- − Seed powder may darken product base color
- − Not suitable for sensitive or thin skin
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|
| Usage Areas | Face, Body |
| Product Type | Leave-On |
| Source | Plant |
| Natural Level | Natural |
Safety Ratings
| Metric | Rating |
|---|
| Skin Sensitivity | 3/5 |
| Comedogenic Rating | 0/5 |
| EWG Score | 1/10 |
Regional Regulatory Limits
| Region | Leave-on % | Rinse-off % | Status |
|---|
| EU (CosIng) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| US (CIR/FDA) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| Japan (MHLW) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| ASEAN | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| China (NMPA) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
Typical Usage % by Product Type
| Product Type | Typical % |
|---|
| Body Scrubs | 5–20% |
| Soap Bars (exfoliating) | 2–10% |
| Foot Scrubs | 5–25% |
References
- CosIng Database — Persea Gratissima Seed. https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/
- Dabas D et al. (2013) — Avocado seed composition. PMID: 23573115
- EWG Skin Deep. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/