MANTEIGA DE CUPUAÇU (Theobroma grandiflorum) UM POTENCIAL ATIVO NA PREVENÇÃO DO ENVELHECIMENTO.

Aging is an inevitable physiological process. However, when people undergo this process, they want to delay their signs and symptoms as much as possible. Wrinkles, expression lines, dyschromia, and skin sagging can be highlighted among these symptoms. Thus, the demand for cosmetics, which prevent and treat the signs of aging, is increasing. The cupuaçu butter is among the active ingredients used for this purpose. Cupuaçu butter is a triglyceride that has a balanced content of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids in its composition. Its use in the cosmetic industry is due to its anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antioxidant emollient, and lubricating properties. In this context, the objective of this study was to analyze, through an integrative descriptive review with a qualitative approach, the potential use and benefits of cupuaçu butter as an active ingredient in preventing aging. In conclusion, cupuaçu butter is a potential cosmetic asset, due to its antioxidant and humectant properties, which act by preventing oxidative stress from occurring and moisturizing the skin, respectively. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]