INCI: Theobroma Cacao Shell Extract
Natural bioactive for tanning and hair vitality
🌱 What It Is
CocoaRevive is a plant-based active derived from cocoa shell (Theobroma cacao), obtained using MolecuPure®, a patented green extraction technology that ensures high purity with no irritants.
✨ Key Benefits
Boosts natural tanning:
Enhances melanocyte activity and tyrosinase expression (+1.8x), supporting melanin synthesis (TRP-1, DCT) for a sun-kissed glow .
Promotes hair growth:
Stimulates proliferation of human hair dermal papilla cells (HHDPC), improving hair density and scalp condition .
A safe DHA alternative:
Provides a more even, natural tan without the orange tint, odor or irritation typically associated with DHA .
🔬 Active Compounds (quantified)
Epicatechin: 0.35%
Procyanidin B2: 0.138%
Theobromine: 0.989%
Caffeine: 0.144%
🧪 Technical Specifications
INCI: Theobroma Cacao Shell Extract
Form: Liquid (light brown to brown)
pH: 4–6 (at 25°C)
Recommended dosage: 1–3%
Applications: sunless tanning products, hair serums and shampoos, scalp tonics
🌍 Technology & Sustainability
With MolecuPure®, CocoaRevive ensures:
+350% bioactive yield
–80% energy consumption
99.99% removal of irritants
Using reusable molecular-grade membranes .





