Best Plant- Based Butters Used In Skincare

  By the time we spot an issue we're now looking for a solution rather than having used preventative measures from the start. There are times when an issue may present itself as external but there are underlying issues, internally. Or age has caught up with us. However, using certain products can help alleviate irritation, dryness, itching, blemishes and the list goes on. 

Introduction To Nut Butters

Different nut butters will benefit different types of skin. With a variety of combinations, there are benefits for every skin type!

With more focus on unprocessed plant derived and organic extracts; We get all the nutrients and beneficial properties from these natural products without the synthetic additives.  

What are Nut Butters?

Nut butters are plant-based and eco-friendly from sources like nuts, seeds and beans. Some are harder than others and don't contain any water with a creamy texture.

Best Plant-Based Butters Used In Skincare

Shea Butter a fat extracted from the nut of an African Shea tree. This well known butter is rich in essential fatty acids, minerals, has anti-inflammatory properties and contains vitamin A and E. An intense moisturizer for dry skin. 

Mango Butter is a fat that originates from mango seeds. mango butter is a rich source of antioxidants, vitamin A, E, C and a great source of floats and copper. When consumed the high amounts of vitamin C encourages your body's collagen production. Collagen helps structure your skin, fortify your bones, and support joints. perfect for the skin that does not need a lot of moisture and provides anti-aging properties. 

Cocoa Butter Cocoa butter is a type of vegetable fat that comes from cocoa beans. It's high in fatty acids and antioxidants. It feels richer and denser then other moisturizing butters. Has the ability to hydrate, nourish the skin and improve elasticity.

Hemp Seed Butter Hemp comes from the same family plant as cannabis, but it does not contain THC. Easily absorbed into the skin without leaving a greasy feel. Hemp seed butter has omega-6 fatty acids. Processed using the cold expeller-pressed method to extract the purest oil possible. The hemp seed oil butter is blended with hydrogenated vegetable oil to produce the buttery substance, loaded with proteins for hair and skin. 

Kokum Butter is derived from a fruit baring tree called, Kokum tree. cultivated in tropicals regions of India. Has a hard texture that melts easily when applied to the skin. Best known as a moisturizing agent and considered non-comedogenic, which means it won’t clog your pores. Suitable for sensitive skin, non greasy and absorbs into the skin. Has anti inflammatory and antibiotic properties.

Murumuru Butter is extracted from the seeds of the plant. It's a moisturizing emollient contains vitamins and a high content of oleic acid. For best results, apply Murumuru butter immediately after showering when the skin absorbs water best. It won't clog your pores and may help with eczema skin.

Ucuuba Butter is native to Central and South America, Ucubba butter is cold pressed from the seeds of the Ucuuba tree. Ultra rich in fatty acids, Lauric, Myristic and Palmitic acid which is crucial to healthy cell development and maintenance of healthy hair and skin. Used to treat acne, dry and eczema irritated skin and replenish and moisturize dry and mature skin. 

If you want to get serious about your skin care, Kare Botanicals offers a range of products for all skin types.