Nativilis Amazonian Raw Bacuri Butter (Platonia insignis) - Reduces the formation of redness emollient properties high absorption rate - anti-ageing stabilises collagen + elastin production – Copaiba
Pracaxi (Pentaclethra macroloba)
CAS# 866620-18-0
PHYSICAL-CHEMICAL DATA AND APPLICATIONS
Pracaxi oil (Pentaclethra macroloba) obtains with 19% the highest known concentration of Behenic acid, 6 times higher than that of peanut oil that is extracted and used in the cosmetics industry in products of make-up and hair due to its excellent moisturizing properties.
Pracaxi oil is a unique ingredient with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal properties and used for a variety of dermatological conditions including skin spots, severe acne, treatment of scars, and burns.
The appearance of natural products like pracaxi oil is a new option to replace petrolatum in hair care. The disclosure of active compounds such as pracaxi oil with more than 20% of long-chain fatty acids like the behenic acid (C 22:0) can be transformed into ceramides. Nowadays this presents a great option for hair products which do not want to apply products based on petrolatum. Small small amounts of this oil applied to the hair has the so-called “Cinderella effect,” removing the frizz immediately.
POPULAR USAGE
The oil of pracaxi, which is extracted in a rudimentary way through cooking the dry mass and macerating it in a mortar, is popularly used against erysipelas, a skin infection usually caused by bacteria, as well as in the treatment of hair, which leaves it easier to comb and intensifies its brightness, avoiding hair loss. In the city of Belém, its use was common to treat stretch marks in adolescences and pregnant with very satisfactory results. The inhabitants of the Amazon region make use of the stem bark to combat the effects of poison from snake and scorpion bites. For this, the bark is soaked and applied in the form of a plaster on the site of the bite. Today the seeds are collected in rivers, streams, and beaches, sun-dried, and stored for selling.
ECOLOGY
A plant species which is distributed throughout Northern Brazil, Guyana, Trinidad, and some regions of Central America. The tree is medium in size (8 – 14 m), found in the flooded areas and form half-moon shaped fruit pods with 20 to 25 cm in size containing between 4 to 8 seeds. Approximately 35 pods are needed to obtain one kilo of seeds, which contain approximately 30% of oil on a dry basis. The emergence occurs between 30 to 40 days and the germination rate of seeds is relatively high, its development in the floodplain is fast. On terra firme land tolerates well selective pruning and as nitrogen-fixing pioneer species, it shows great potential for forest regeneration and restoration of degraded areas.
HARVEST PERIOD
Bacuri butter - Platonia insignis
PHYSICAL-CHEMICAL DATA AND APPLICATIONS
The fatty acid composition of the bacuri butter (Platonia insignis) has a high absorption rate, due to its high level of tripalmitin (50 to 55%), which penetrates the skin quickly. The high value of 5% of the fatty palmitoleic acid, compared with other oils that have not more than 0.5 to 1.5%, qualifies the bacuri butter as a fantastic emollient which can also be used as a moisturizing agent.
The bioactive ingredient tripalmitin is used in pills to chew for having slow hydrolysis. This reduces the side effects of strong medicines measuring out the drug quantities which has to be always absorbed by the organism, according to pharmacokinetics. The current source of tripalmitin in the world is a plant commonly called the (uruchi) Japanese wax that is original from Japan.
POPULAR USAGE
The bacuri fruit is highly demanded in the markets of Belém and used for the preparation of sweets, cakes, jams, juices, and ice creams. Its seeds are not used and are discarded. The local population s of the central region of the Marajó island have great difficulty removing the butter from the seeds because the seeds have to be soaked in water for over a year. They are then boiled and the butter is skimmed off the surface of the boiling water. The butter has phytotherapeutic applications and is popularly used on Marajó as a remedy against spider and snakes bites, as a treatment for skin problems and earaches, and is considered to be a miraculous remedy against rheumatism and arthritis. The butter of bacuri gives a golden tone to the skin. It is absorbed a few minutes after it is applied and the skin becomes velvety to the touch; it also removes spots and reduces scarring.
HARVEST PERIOD
ECOLOGY
The bacuri is native to the state of Pará, where the highest concentrations are found in the Salgado, Bragantina, and Marajó island regions. This tree can reach 25 m in height and 1.5 m in diameter. Grows on terra firme and provides a yellow-colored timber, compact, resistant, not rotting, therefore used in naval construction. The fruit, which weighs 250 g on average, has an oval shape covered by a shell, whose thickness varies from 0.7 to 1.6 cm, representing 75% of its weight. The edible part corresponds to the endocarp and represents 13% of the weight of the fruit. It is white, with a strong aroma and sweet taste. The fruit has normally 4 oily seeds, when dried (moisture content of 20%), contains 72% of a fat, which is resinous dark brown, almost black. The fat has an unpleasant smell and filtration is difficult. By pressing approximately 40% of its butter can be obtained. It is estimated that the average productivity per plant and year reaches 400 fruits. The species has a cyclical production performance, which means, years of high fruit production are succeeded by one, two, or three years of low production. Propagation is possible through seeds, roots, and grafting. Plants propagated by seeds only come into the production from 12 to 15 years after planting while the grafting method allows the plants entering the reproductive cycle five to six years after planting.
What is Bacuri butter?
Found in northern Brazil, in the state of Para, Bacuri butter is extracted from the seeds of the pulpy fruit of the Bacuri tree. Each fruit has four oily seeds. Harvested in the wild, it looks like solid butter with a brown to dark brown appearance, and a very intense mossy scent. An average tree will produce 400 fruits per year.
Nativilis AMAZONIAN LIP BALM DOUBLE ACTION FORMULA WITH PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis) Moisturises Dry Lips and Heals Chapped Lips - Toned Lips - Copaiba
It was developed through cold pressing, free of organic solvents or oxidative heat and is enriched with various fats and Amazonian actives from sustainable and precisely traceable extractivism. In its composition we can find complexes of PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis).
PROPERTIES
Nativilis AMAZONIAN LIP BALM DOUBLE ACTION FORMULA WITH PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis) Moisturises Dry Lips and Heals Chapped Lips - Toned Lips – Copaiba
Developed as a concept of balance between different actives present in different Amazonian fats. It contains phytosteroids, especially Beta-Sitospherol, Stigmasterol and Campesterol, acts at the cellular level, regulating the water balance and the activity of the lipids of the surface layer of the lip, preventing it from being depleted, shine and dry, having a fundamental role in the water balance, provides softness and elasticity to the lips.
Nativilis AMAZONIAN LIP BALM DOUBLE ACTION FORMULA WITH PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis) is one of those lip products that come in handy, no matter what your situation. It’s one of those handbag staples that can be found in each arm candy of yours. Lip balms don’t just serve a ‘pretty’ purpose, they’re functional and leave your lips feeling nourished and moisturised. Did you know that your pout is one of the most exposed (and most ignored) parts of your body? Especially, during the cold months –– your lips can lose their natural moisture and oils, resulting in a chapped pout that looks unhealthy and can be rather painful too. Lip balm is that one lip care product that can instantly hydrate your lips and fix them.
Benefits of Nativilis AMAZONIAN LIP BALM DOUBLE ACTION FORMULA WITH PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis)
Your lips are often overexposed to harsh weather conditions and chemically induced lip products.
Moisturises Dry Lips
One of the main benefits of using lip balm is that it rehydrates your lips. If you’re one who tends to suffer from dry lips, you need to ensure that it’s constantly moisturised. Using a Nativilis Nativilis AMAZONIAN LIP BALM DOUBLE ACTION FORMULA WITH PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis) regularly helps restore your lips natural moisture and nourishes it naturally –– this keeps your pout supple and soft.
Heals Chapped Lips
If you suffer from really chapped lips, one of the biggest benefits of using lip balm is that it helps soothe and heal all those cracks in your pout. The skin on your lips will heal faster if you use a lip balm regularly.
Protects Against the Sun
Nativilis AMAZONIAN LIP BALM DOUBLE ACTION FORMULA WITH PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis) is an all-year-round kind of product, including the summers. One of the benefits of using lip balm is that it forms a protective barrier around your lips and shields them from harsh UV rays. Constant exposure to UV rays can result in hyperpigmentation on and around the lips and can even dry it out. Applying lip balm provides that protection and keeps your pout nourished as well.
Exfoliates
A lot of lip balms have the ability to gently exfoliate dead skin cells from your lips. The result is healthy lips that don’t have a layer of dead skin cells pulling it down and making it look super dull.
Protects Lips from Damage
As mentioned, your lips are constantly overexposed to so many environmental factors that are ready to pull them down. From heat to the sun’s UV rays to even the fluctuation of temperatures, your lips constantly receive the brunt of it. The benefit of lip balm is that it protects your lips from any sort of further damage. This keeps your lips healthy in the future too.
Brightens Lips
Regular application of lip balm helps fade away any sort of hyperpigmentation, dullness, and dark spots that are present on the lips. This results in brighter and more even-toned lips.
PROPERTIES
Nativilis AMAZONIAN LIP BALM DOUBLE ACTION FORMULA WITH PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis) is a powerful moisturizer and restorer for dry lips and age-related signs.
Developed as a concept of balance between different actives present in different Amazonian fats. It contains phytosteroids, especially Beta-Sitospherol, Stigmasterol and Campesterol, which gives it a high commercial value for the cosmetic industry as it acts at the cellular level, regulating the water balance and the activity of the lipids of the surface layer of the lip, preventing it from being depleted. shine and dry, having a fundamental role in the water balance, provides softness and elasticity to the lips.
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Name:Nativilis Amazonian Raw Bacuri Butter (Platonia insignis) - Reduces the formation of redness emollient properties high absorption rate - anti-ageing stabilises collagen + elastin production
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Scientific name: : Platonia Insigns Seed Butter; Pentaclethra macroloba Seed Oi
- Source of Raw Material: Amazonian Rainforest - Brazil
- Batch Number: AMO 408 - 002/082021
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Extraction Date: 02/08/2021
- Production Process: Cold extraction
- Number of analysis: 250/21
- Preservatives: Absent
- Shelf life: 24 Months Solvent
- Extraction: Absent
- Traceability: Guaranteed
- Origin of the Vegetable Ingredients: Wildcrafted
- Country of Origin: Brazil
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Appearance: Solid
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Approximate Melting Point: 33°C (91.4°F)
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Major Compounds: Pracaxi Oil is a natural alternative to surfactants and cationic agents in hair products thanks to its high concentration of behenic acid (C22 / 0), approximately 19%, and also high concentration of fatty and lignoceric acids. It is ideal for use in hair and skin care. Fatty acids found in the bacuri butter:
Palmitic acid (C16:0) is a saturated fatty acid that helps the skin restore its natural barrier structure. As an emollient, palmitic acid forms a protective layer keeping the skin protected from external threats. A best friend to dry skin and hair.
Oleic acid (C18:1), Omega 9, is a monosaturated fatty acid that prevents moisture loss and is known for its anti-inflammatory effect. Palmitoleic Acid (C16:1), Omega 7, is a monounsaturated fatty acid commonly found in plant oils and sebum (our own natural skin emollient). Characteristic of its antimicrobial effect, palmitoleic acid can help protect us from infections, prevent damage to the skin, and can help to stimulate the healing process. - Micronutrient compounds in bacuri butter: Lysine is an essential amino acid required for growth and tissue repair. Its many benefits vary from preventing cold sores to improving calcium absorption and aiding wound healing. Moreover, it can also help build collagen in the skin. Methionine, an essential amino acid, is required for growth and tissue repair. Methionine contains sulphur, which protects cells from pollutants, slows cell ageing, and is necessary to absorb selenium and zinc. (See the Certification of Analysis)
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SAFETY HEALTH: Product harmless, for cosmetic use only. Not suitable for human consumption.
- STORAGE: Should be stored tightly sealed, protected from light and heat.
- Directions for use:
- Open the container of lip balm so that it is ready for application.
- Wash your hands very well with soap and water, for a couple of minutes.
- Dip one finger into the lip balm, take some, and apply evenly to lips.
- Rinse fingers again before closing jar.
- Remember not to put your fingers back into the lip balm after touching your lips or any other surface.
- In summary , Nativilis AMAZONIAN LIP BALM DOUBLE ACTION FORMULA WITH PRACAXI SEED OIL (Pentaclethra macroloba) + BACURI BUTTER (Platonia insignis) is very concentrated and 100% pure , so if you want to enrich any other lip product you need only 3 teaspoon (tsp) of the Nativilis Amazonian Raw Bacuri Butter (Platonia insignis) is capable to enrich 300ml of any natural Lipsticks, Lip tint, Lip moisturizer or Lip balm (1 teaspoon for each 100ml)
- You can use the reference below to enrich you Lip product our to use as it is in our Glass jar with 46 gr NET.
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Lipsticks - Dosage 5 to 15%
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Lip tint – Dosage 3-10%
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Lip moisturizer – 10 – 20%
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Lip balm – 10 – 15%
- Note: 1ml = 25 drops / 1 teaspoon (tsp) = 5 grams = 5ml
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Best Use: 24 Months
- Shipping Weight: 151gr - Net 46 gr
- SKU:SKU-LIPBALM-5060864591040
- Type: GTIN-13 - Number:5060864591040
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Glass - NO PLASTIC CONTAINER - BENEFITS OF USING GLASS JARS FOR PACKAGING
Glass is a well-used material that can be recycled and has great environmental benefits. Besides the obvious danger plastic puts humans in, through its destruction of our eco-system, plastic itself can be harmful to humans. The raw materials and chemicals used to produce plastic packaging have been shown to transfer from the packaging into the products themselves over time.
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PESCE, C.: Oleaginosas da Amazônia, 1941, Oficinas Gráficas da Revista Veterinária, Belém/PA .
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