Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter

Mamey Seed Butter

Mamey butter is produced by cold-pressing or extracting the oil from the seeds of the sapodilla fruit (Pouteria sapota). It has highly moisturizing and emollient properties. It is rich in essential fatty acids, such as oleic acid and stearic acid, as well as vitamins and antioxidants, which helps nourish and protect the skin. Mamey butter offers promising skincare benefits, providing moisture, nourishment, and protection for the skin.

Mexican Name:

Manteca de Mamey

INCI:

Pouteria Sapota Seed Butter

Derivation:

🥭 Fruit

Country of origin:

🇲🇽 Mexico

Mamey Seed Butter

Why we use it

Due to the anti-inflammatory nature of fatty acid content, Sapote Oil is beneficial for people suffering from psoriasis, eczema, acne, and other skin conditions. With its regenerative properties, it aids in promoting skin elasticity and firmness, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Suitable for

All skin types

Targets

Barrier Support Dryness, Crow's Feet, Dullness

Benefits

Hydrating, Soothe, and Skin barrier protector

Our approach to ingredients

At Viva Maia, we create skincare that brings together the rich heritage of pre-Hispanic traditions and modern scientific insight. Our formulations are made with 100% natural ingredients, carefully chosen for their proven effectiveness and their respect for the environment. Inspired by Mexico’s extraordinary biodiversity, we work with potent, sustainably sourced botanicals. Many of these ingredients are cultivated by us and transformed in-house into extracts, powders, and oils, crafted with care and attention to quality.

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