Ucuuba Butter is a premium plant-based cosmetic butter prized for its rich myristic acid content and powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Wild-harvested from the seeds of the Virola surinamensis tree, native to the Amazon rainforest, and minimally processed to preserve its natural bioactive compounds, this butter is ideal for healing balms, body butters, eczema care, hair treatments, soaps, and wellness-focused beauty routines.
100% Pure Cosmetic Grade Unrefined Plant-Based Small Batch Packed
Why You'll Love It
- Helps soften and condition dry, rough, or irritated skin
- Excellent for anti-inflammatory and eczema-care formulations
- Supports shinier, softer-looking hair and protects from environmental stressors
- Creamy texture ideal for healing balms and body butters
- Rich in myristic acid and plant lipids for deep skin nourishment
- Popular in premium Amazonian-inspired skin and hair care products
Product Details
| Botanical Name | Virola surinamensis |
| INCI Name | Virola surinamensis Seed Butter |
| Country of Origin | Brazil, Amazon Rainforest |
| Extraction Method | Cold Pressed |
| Quality | 100% Pure, Cosmetic Grade |
| Texture | Creamy, melts effortlessly at body temperature |
| Color | Pale yellow to cream |
| Aroma | Light, woody, mildly earthy |
| Shelf Life | 12–24 Months |
| Recommended Use | Skin Care, Hair Care, Eczema Care, Healing Balms, Soaps |
Texture & Aroma
Ucuuba Butter has a naturally creamy texture that melts effortlessly at body temperature, delivering deep nourishment with a smooth, non-greasy finish. Its aroma is light and woody with a mildly earthy character. Because this butter is unrefined and minimally processed:
- Texture may vary slightly between batches
- Natural speckling or graininess may occur
- Firmness may change with temperature
Suggested Uses
Use alone or incorporate into:
- Healing balms and anti-inflammatory salves
- Body butters and intensive skin moisturizers
- Eczema and sensitive skin treatments
- Hair conditioning treatments and protective sealants
- Pre-shampoo treatments
- Soap making
- Custom DIY formulations
To soften: gently warm between hands or blend with softer butters or carrier oils.
Pairs Well With
- Shea Butter
- Cupuacu Butter
- Bacuri Butter
- Buriti Oil, Andiroba Oil, or other Amazonian carrier oils
- Essential oils (copaiba, frankincense, or tea tree for healing blends)
- Botanical extracts
Ingredients (INCI)
INCI: Virola surinamensis Seed Butter
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this butter refined?
No. This Ucuuba Butter is 100% unrefined and cold-pressed, preserving its natural myristic acid content, anti-inflammatory compounds, and plant lipids. Refining would strip these beneficial properties.
Can this be used on hair?
Yes. Ucuuba Butter nourishes and conditions dry, damaged hair while protecting strands from environmental stressors. Apply a small amount warmed between palms to lengths and ends, or use as a pre-shampoo treatment for 20–30 minutes before washing.
Does this butter have a scent?
Ucuuba Butter has a light, woody, mildly earthy aroma that reflects its Amazonian origin. The scent is subtle and blends well with earthy or resinous essential oils in DIY formulations.
Is this suitable for DIY formulations?
Absolutely. Ucuuba Butter is a valued ingredient in healing balms, anti-inflammatory skin treatments, body butters, and hair care formulations. Its myristic acid content makes it especially effective in moisture-intensive and therapeutic blends.
Why is the texture different from previous batches?
Because this is a natural, minimally processed botanical ingredient, variations in color, texture, and aroma may naturally occur between harvests and batches. This is a sign of authenticity, not a quality issue.
Packaging
Ucuuba Butter ships in a premium Amber Glass Jar — reusable, spa-quality, and UV-protective to preserve potency and freshness. Available in 2 oz and 4 oz sizes.
Storage
Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Disclaimer: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For external use only.
Warm Weather Notice
This product may soften or melt during transit in warmer temperatures. This does not affect product quality or performance. During warmer months, we recommend selecting expedited shipping.
Carefully sourced premium botanical butters for skin care, hair care, and formulation needs. Packaged in small batches with quality and freshness in mind.
