Ingredients: Tucuma Butter

Origin: Brazil

Botanical Name(s): Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter

Also Known As: Tacoma Butter, Tucumã Butter, Astrocaryum Tucuma Fruit Butter, Astrocaryum Awarra Butter, Astrocaryum Vulgare Butter, Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter

Extraction Method: Cold Pressed

Processing Type: Unrefined



Obtained From: Seed



Color: Yellow to light brown



Aromatic Description: Odorless

Consistency: Soft, solid consistency at room temperature, but melts upon contact with the skin



Absorption: Tucuma Butter is has a medium absorption rate, meaning it is not as fast-absorbing as some lighter oils, but not as slow-absorbing as heavier butters.

Storage: It is recommended that our Tucuma Butter is kept in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness and achieve maximum shelf life. The product will become liquid if stored above ambient temperatures, but will re-solidify upon cooling without affecting functionality.

Shelf Life: Users can expect a shelf life of up to 2 year with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).

Caution: For external use only. If nursing, pregnant or under a doctors care, please consult with a doctor before use. A skin test is recommended prior to use. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes.

Hair
- Deeply moisturizes and hydrates the hair
- Contains beta-carotene, promoting healthy hair growth
- Forms a protective barrier that protects the hair from heat styling
- Gives the hair a healthy shine and luster

Skin
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Helps to improve the skins texture and tone
- Soothes and calms irritated or inflamed skin
- Improves skin elasticity and firmness

Body
- Reduces the appearance of stretch marks
- Help to reduce discomfort associated with eczema and psoriasis

Tucuma Butter has a number of diverse applications in beauty, health and wellness. When it comes to hair care, Tucuma Butter is commonly used to help moisturize and soften the hair, while also adding shine and enhancing manageability. It is also known for its ability to strengthen and protect the hair from damage caused by heat styling and environmental stressors, making it a popular ingredient in products designed for dry or damaged hair. It is lightweight and easily absorbed by the hair, making it suitable for use in both leave-in and rinse-out products such as conditioners, leave-in treatments, and styling products.

In terms of skin care, Tucuma Butter is rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants, which can help to deeply hydrate and nourish the skin, while also protecting it from damage caused by free radicals and environmental stressors. Its high concentration of lauric acid can also help to soothe and calm irritated skin, making it a popular choice for those with sensitive skin or conditions like eczema or psoriasis. Tucuma Butter has a creamy, luxurious texture that absorbs easily into the skin, leaving it soft, smooth, and supple. It is often found in body lotions, creams, balms, and other moisturizing products.

In addition to its hair and skin applications, Tucuma Butter is also used in a number of products that promote body wellness. It is commonly used in products designed to soothe sore muscles and joints as it reduces inflammation and pain.

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