[Solved] Cumaru deck staining

Hello-I have a cumaru deck which as you know is also a brazilian hardwood. The deck was put down late last year but I have not yet stained it but planning to this Spring. I decided to start off with a sanding which will smooth as well as clean. I sanded a small section and tested with Sikkens Pro Luxe oil base stain. It darkened more than Id like but what I did not like was that if left foot prints when walked on even weeks after application. I also am worried about darkening over time. Would I be better off with a water base sealer like RAD in natural? Cumaru has many color variations which I want to maintain. Also may be better for yearly maintenance? Appreciate your thoughts.

Robert