Botanical Butter
Virola Surinamensis (Ucuuba) Seed Butter
A rich botanical butter that helps deeply nourish and moisturize, support the skin barrier, improve softness and elasticity, and promote smoother, more supple-looking skin.
Key Benefits
- Deeply softens dry skin
- Supports moisture retention
- Improves suppleness
- Adds protective emollience
- Provides rich balm-like conditioning
How It Works
Ingredient Details
INCI Name: Virola Surinamensis Seed Butter
Ingredient Type: Botanical Seed Butter
Best For
Dry or very dry skin · Rough or flaky areas · Body care · Lip and balm formulas · Mature-looking skin
What It Is
What It Does
Virola Surinamensis (Ucuuba) Seed Butter FAQs
Common questions about this ingredient in skincare.
What is ucuuba seed butter?
It is a solid botanical fat pressed from seeds of the Amazonian tree Virola surinamensis.
How is it different from shea butter?
Ucuuba has an unusual profile dominated by myristic and lauric acids and is typically firmer, while shea butter contains more oleic and stearic acids.
What does it do for skin?
It softens rough skin, reduces dry feel, supports moisture retention, and gives creams and balms a rich, protective texture.
Is it suitable for the face?
It can be used in facial products, but its rich, firm character may suit dry skin better than very oily or congestion-prone skin.
Does it contain antioxidants?
Compositional studies have measured phenolic content and in-vitro antioxidant activity, but levels vary and do not guarantee a clinical antioxidant effect.
Why does sourcing matter?
Ucuuba is a forest species from the Amazon region. Traceable, responsible sourcing helps protect biodiversity and support local harvesting communities.
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