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Lucuma powder, 50 g

Why Lucuma Powder Bridges Food Innovation and Natural Skincare Formulation

Lucuma powder comes from the dried flesh of a South American fruit long known as the gold of the Incas. The fine, dry powder retains natural pigments, beta-carotene, B vitamins and trace minerals, which explains its dual popularity in both the food industry and cosmetic manufacturing. On the cosmetic side, this ingredient belongs to the Fruit Powders category, which brings together natural powders used for coloring and enriching formulations.

Globally, the strongest demand for lucuma powder still comes from the food sector, where it is blended into smoothies, protein bars, ice cream, baked goods and desserts as a natural sweetener with a low glycemic index and a distinctive caramel-like flavor. Food producers appreciate its ability to replace part of the sugar in a recipe without changing texture or mouthfeel. At the same time, cosmetic manufacturers increasingly use lucuma powder in scrubs, masks, creams and balms, valuing its soft beige-yellow tone and gentle powdery feel on skin contact. The compact 50 gram pack is well suited for home-based cosmetic experiments and small food trial batches, allowing formulators to test a recipe before scaling production.

In cosmetic emulsions, lucuma powder is typically introduced during the phase-mixing stage at temperatures not exceeding 40 degrees Celsius to preserve its natural pigments and avoid unwanted darkening of the finished product. Recommended dosage in creams and masks ranges from 1 to 5 grams per 100 grams of base, since higher amounts may affect emulsion stability and final texture. In scrubs and facial powders, it can be added dry without pre-dissolving, simply mixing until evenly distributed. Store the powder in a dry area away from direct sunlight, in a tightly closed container, avoiding moisture exposure that could cause clumping and shorten shelf life.

Lucuma powder pairs well with other natural fruit powders, making it easy to build multi-component decorative and skincare blends with varied shades and aromatic notes. It is often combined with Morello Cherry Powder to create warm caramel-berry tones in decorative cosmetics, as well as with Fruit Powder Raspberry Delight, which adds a brighter pink accent to the blend. For smoothie bowls and food desserts, lucuma is frequently paired with Pineapple Fruit Powder, resulting in a tropical flavor profile with natural sweetness and no added sugar.

Nourishing Lucuma Face Mask

Lucuma powder 8 g

Plain yogurt 20 g

Honey 10 g

Jojoba oil 5 ml

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INCI	ORGANIC LUCUMA POWDER
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Color product	corresponds to the raw material
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Input percentage	1-10%
Minimum count	1
Name	Lucuma powder, 50 g
Packaging	cosmetic container
Packing	50 grams
Solubility	in water
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Valid until	12.2028