Product description

Kokum butter (Kokum butter) is one of the most stable and at the same time hardest vegetable butters available on the market. Nevertheless, it looks unusual – it is quite brittle and has a grayish tint, it has almost no scent. It comes from the fruit kernels of the Indian tree Garcinia indica.

In cosmetic manufacturing it is very popular because it remains solid at room temperature, but when it comes into contact with the skin it begins to melt, although only slightly. It is also used as a substitute for cocoa butter in chocolate production. It has rejuvenating effects and pronounced moisturizing properties.

It is characterized by a uniform triglyceride composition (it contains up to 80 % SOS – stearic-oleic-stearic triglycerides). It helps prevent skin dryness, heals cracked skin and helps treat ulcers. It is non-comedogenic, so it does not clog pores. It helps to stabilize emulsions. It has high oxidative stability. Melting point: 35 - 40 °C.

You can use it in various cosmetic products. In the production of soaps by cold process use it at a maximum of 5-10 % (the high stearic acid content significantly accelerates trace). For the same reason do not exceed the 5 % limit in the production of body lotions and conditioners (ideally 1-3 %). For body butters and balms you can use 5 % and more. It combines excellently with beeswax and candelilla wax and all kinds of oils.

More detailed information about the quality of the product can be found in the certificate, which we update with each new batch.

All supplied raw materials are of cosmetic grade, not suitable for internal use. Use appropriate protective equipment when handling. 

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