
Leela Kokum Butter

1. Product Description
Leela Kokum Butter is a rich, plant-derived cosmetic butter obtained from the seeds of the kokum fruit (Garcinia indica). It is widely used in skincare, body-care and cosmetic formulations because of its firm texture and emollient properties.
Kokum butter helps soften and condition dry skin, making it a popular ingredient in body butters, creams, lotions, lip balms, massage bars and handmade soaps.
Its smooth, rich texture makes it suitable for cosmetic manufacturers, skincare brands, soap makers and DIY beauty enthusiasts.
2. Uses of Kokum Butter
Body Butter & Moisturisers Use in body butter, creams and lotions to help soften and condition dry skin.
Lip Balms Use as a firm butter ingredient in lip balm formulations.
Soap Making Add to suitable soap formulations to contribute firmness and conditioning properties.
Massage Bars & Lotion Bars Suitable for solid moisturising bars and body-care products.
Hair & Skin Care Formulations Can be incorporated into hair butters, conditioning balms and other cosmetic formulation
3. Benefits of Kokum Butter
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Deep Moisturising Feel: Helps soften dry skin and reduce the feeling of roughness.
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Skin Conditioning: Provides an emollient layer that helps improve skin softness.
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Rich, Firm Texture: Useful for creating body butters, balms and solid cosmetic products.
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Suitable for Dry Skin Formulations: A popular ingredient in products designed for dry and rough-feeling skin.
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Cosmetic Versatility: Can be used in creams, lotions, soaps, lip balms and massage bars.
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Plant-Derived Ingredient: Obtained from kokum seeds.
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Formulation Support: Helps add structure and firmness to anhydrous cosmetic products.
Note: These are cosmetic ingredient benefits. Kokum butter should not be claimed to cure eczema, heal wounds or treat other medical skin conditions.
5. Shelf Life & Storage
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Suggested guidance |
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Unopened shelf life |
24 months as a development estimate |
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After opening |
Keep tightly sealed; follow validated guidance |
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Storage |
Cool, dry place, away from sunlight and heat |
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Packaging |
Airtight, moisture-resistant container |
6. How to Use
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Skin: Take a small amount, warm between palms and massage gently onto clean skin.
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Hair: Apply a small amount to hair lengths or incorporate into a suitable hair mask.
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DIY cosmetics: Use in body butters, creams, lotions, lip balms and soap formulations.
