Cupuaçu Butter: The Secret to Deep Hydration
What is Cupuaçu Butter?
Cupuaçu butter (pronounced koo-poo-ah-SOO) is a rich, ultra-hydrating butter pressed from the seeds of the Theobroma grandiflorum tree, a rainforest cousin to cacao. Native to the Amazon, Cupuaçu is treasured for its creamy, non-greasy texture and deep moisture-retention properties. It has a subtle, almost chocolatey aroma. It’s soft, indulgent, and unmistakably luxe.
Also known as Manteiga de Cupuaçu in Portuguese, this butter has been used for centuries by the people of the Amazon to treat skin conditions. It is highly prized for its unique composition of phytosterols, polyphenols, and fatty acids, which provide deep nourishment, protection, and repair for the skin.
It is considered an excellent botanical alternative to Lanolin.
The Benefits
Cupuaçu butter is a powerhouse of hydration, absorbing up to 400% of its weight in water, making it one of the most effective plant-based moisturizers available. Unlike heavier butters, it melts beautifully into the skin, creating a breathable barrier without feeling waxy or sticky. Rich in phytosterols, it helps restore skin elasticity, soothes irritation, and protects against environmental stressors.
Natural Sun Protection & Skin Healing
Absorbs UVA/UVB rays naturally, providing light sun protection and shielding the skin from damage.
Packed with antioxidants, including beta-sitosterol, which has been used to treat dermatitis and aid the skin’s natural healing process.
Many use Cupuaçu butter to help manage eczema and psoriasis, as its anti-inflammatory properties help calm irritation.
Deep Moisture & Anti-Aging
Polyphenols combat free radical damage, helping to prevent premature aging.
Fatty acids create a long-lasting moisture barrier, protecting and nourishing the skin.
Promotes skin elasticity and regeneration, leaving skin soft, supple, and more resilient.
For lips, Cupuaçu provides cushioned softness with a longer-lasting, more flexible wear than traditional butters. It holds moisture in without the dreaded waxy buildup. For sensitive areas—like, say, nipples in need of serious TLC—it delivers deep comfort and restoration, making it the perfect base for our Brazilian nipple butter.
Why We Use Cupuaçu Butter
We don’t believe in just any butter—we want the good stuff. Cupuaçu is rare outside of Brazil, but it’s worth tracking down for its luxurious texture, unparalleled hydration, and skin-repairing magic. It is our latest key ingredient for our all-natural lip balms, and we already know it’s a non-negotiable star in our nipple cream. If you’re looking for next-level moisture without the heavy feel, Cupuaçu is it.
