Skincare 101: Introduction to Rainforest Butters + Oils

Rainforests are known to be a source of many natural and potent ingredients that can offer a wide range of benefits for the skin. The climate in the rainforest is typically hot with a high level of humidity throughout the year. This constant moisture and warm temperature creates an ideal environment for lush and diverse vegetation.

The use of rainforest ingredients for skin concerns can be traced back to ancient times, when peoples in the Amazon rainforest would use plant-based remedies to treat everything from scarring to redness, irritation, bacteria and more! This is due to their richness in antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and vitamins, all of which are magical for the skin.

At JustUs Skincare we believe there is beauty and strength in pairing these natural powerhouse ingredients with those born out of the lab. We use dozens (or more!) of different rainforest butters and oils, but here are a few of our favorite rainforest plants that can be found across the product line. 

Check out a few of our favorites:

• Buriti oil: Rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins, its moisturizing, anti-inflammatory and brightening. 
• Tamanu oil: Derived from the nuts of the tamanu tree, it is rich in fatty acids, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds and is especially good for those with dry, sensitive, or acne-prone skin.
• Bacuri butter: It is a natural butter derived from the seeds of the bacuri fruit. It is rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, making it a highly beneficial ingredient for dry, sensitive, or aging skin. 
• Bakuchiol: Extracted from the seeds of the Psoralea corylifolia plant, it is is especially good for those looking for a natural alternative to retinol or for those with sensitive skin. 
• Neroli: Calm, passionate, and anti-inflammatory, Neroli is everything you might hope for in a lover. 
• Acai Oil: Acai berries are packed with antioxidants, which help to protect the skin from free radical damage and premature aging.
• Cupuacu Butter: Cupuacu butter is a highly moisturizing ingredient that helps to soothe and hydrate the skin. It is also rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Camu Camu: Camu Camu is a superfruit that is rich in Vitamin C, which helps to brighten the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Dragon's Blood: Dragon's Blood is a sap that is harvested from the Croton Lechleri tree in the Amazon rainforest. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and is often used in skincare products to help soothe and heal the skin.
• Maracuja Oil: Maracuja oil is extracted from the passionfruit plant and is rich in essential fatty acids. It helps to hydrate the skin and improve skin elasticity.
• Sacha Inchi Oil: Sacha Inchi oil is a highly moisturizing ingredient that is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help to nourish and protect the skin.
• Andiroba Oil: Andiroba oil is a natural anti-inflammatory ingredient that helps to soothe and calm irritated skin. It is also rich in essential fatty acids, which help to moisturize and protect the skin.
• Passionfruit Seed Oil: This oil is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, making it an excellent oil for protecting the skin from environmental damage and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is also known for its light texture, making it an excellent oil for oily and combination skin.
• Ucuuba Butter: This rainforest butter is rich in fatty acids and has natural antibacterial properties, making it ideal for treating blemishes and acne-prone skin. It is also known for its moisturizing and nourishing properties, making it an excellent butter for dry and mature skin.