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Marula Oil

AllowedReviewed September 18, 2026

Sclerocarya Birrea · Marula

A very stable, oleic-dominant oil from the marula tree.

What it does
Emollient & barrier
Our take
Lovely texture, well marketed, and on the pore-clogging lists. Fine on dry or mature skin; not what we'd choose for a breakout-prone teenager.
Suitable from
Young adult, 20+ · Middle aged, 40+
Best for
Barrier repair · Aging & firmness
Skin types
Dry
Can it clog pores
Moderate. Some people on blemish-prone skin react to it. This flag is for the face only, it does not apply to body, hair or home care.

What we read

  • Comedogenicity literature · reviewed Sep 2026

Every other ingredient, with the same treatment.

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