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Aframomum Melegueta Seed Extract

Our database includes 28 products that contain Aframomum Melegueta Seed Extract.

Explained

Aframomum Melegueta is a species of ginger from west Africa. It is closely related to cardamom.

Aframomum Melegueta Seeds are used in both traditional folk medicine and as a spice. The taste can be described as similar to strong black pepper with a bit of citrus.

According to a company that has derived a cosmetic active from this seed, this ingredient is inspired by lowland gorillas. Observations show this seed protects the gorillas from inflammatory disorders.

What it does

Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Alternative names

Grains Of Paradise

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Treatments
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 54429
INCI Name AFRAMOMUM MELEGUETA SEED EXTRACT
EC #  291-045-7
All Functions Skin Conditioning