WILD HARVESTED
Tucuma is one of the most popular fruits in the Amazon region, where it is usually gathered from the wild and is often sold in local markets. The tree is also often utilized from the wild by local people as a source of timber, food, oil and fibres. There is some evidence of former cultivation because of its frequent occurrence in the neighborhood of settlements and villages. It has been truly cultivated in Brazil by the indigenous peoples.
This species is closely related to Astrocaryum vulgare, differing mainly in producing just one trunk whilst Astrocaryum vulgare produces a cluster of trunks.
Brazilian Tucuma palm seeds are naturally found in Colombia and Brazil, tucuma butter has been praised for centuries for its deeply nourishing qualities. Its rich composition of fatty acids and vitamins makes this ingredient an excellent treat for dry skin.
Tucuma Butter is good for low-porosity hair especially since low-porosity hair does not absorb water well. Tucuma butter will coat the hair, thereby locking in moisture.
Despite being a butter, tucuma is lightweight and will not leave a greasy feel on hair.
Fine or thin tresses, you may want to use tucuma butter just once a week.
Supremely moisturizing for skin and is often used to tackle dry skin and to retain skin’s natural moisture levels.
Tucuma butter skin benefits range from nourishing and softening skin to helping to keep skin tissues protected. Rich in vitamins, promotes long-lasting softness and retaining moisture.
With tons of antioxidants in its emollient composition, this butter has been used as an effective way of moisturizing skin and tackling dryness for centuries.
Belém Tucuma Butter
Wild harvested butters can vary from batch to batch. This happens because depending on the region it is harvested, weather; dry seasons or flood seasons, and time of drying.
If it rains more the fruit will be bigger and the seeds will be bigger. A batch can vary from the same producer, using the same equipment and techniques due to the ever changing environment. This does not affect the quality of the butter, But offers a beautifully unique ability to experience something fresh and natural in different variations.
Drying times can change the appearance and scent of butters. The drier the seed the more fragrant and darker the butter will be.