Plant Guru Kokum Butter 32 oz (2 lb) Raw Cold-Pressed — 100% Pure, Unscented, Vitamin E Rich for Skin, Hair & DIY Soaps

Plant Guru Raw Kokum Butter is a 100% pure, cold-pressed, vegan plant butter made from Garcinia Indica seeds, ideal for nourishing skin, hair and DIY skincare formulations.

Harvested from the seeds of the kokum fruit, this unrefined butter offers a firm, unscented base rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6). Its stable triglyceride profile—approximately 80% stearic-oleic-stearic—gives kokum butter a long shelf life and a smooth, non-greasy finish that makes it a popular thickener and conditioning ingredient for creams, balms, soaps and hair treatments.

How does Plant Guru Kokum Butter improve dry or cracked skin?

Kokum butter provides concentrated emollient properties that help soften and protect compromised skin barriers. Its vitamin E content and fatty acids support skin nourishment and contribute to a more supple texture without heavy residue.

• Rich in vitamin E and antioxidants to support skin resilience
• Firm, stable texture helps create protective topical films
• Unscented and non-comedogenic for versatile topical use
• Recommended topical concentrations: balms 5–100%, lotions 5–20%

What makes this kokum butter suitable for soap and cream making?

Because of its consistent triglyceride makeup and high stearic content, kokum butter adds hardness and a stable creamy feel to solid products. It blends well with other butters and oils, providing structure without overpowering scent or color.

• Acts as a thickener and hardness booster in bar soaps (5–20%)
• Enhances body and spreadability in lotions and creams (5–20%)
• High stability reduces rancidity risk in DIY batches
• Cold-pressed, unrefined quality preserves natural nutrients

How do I use Plant Guru Kokum Butter for hair conditioning?

Kokum butter can be incorporated into rinse-out or leave-in treatments to add conditioning and manageability. Use small percentages to avoid weighing down fine hair and higher percentages for deep conditioning masks on coarse or very dry hair.

• Light conditioners: 2–5% formulation level
• Intense hair masks or gloss treatments: increase to higher ratios or use as a pre-wash treatment
• Mixes smoothly when melted and emulsified with carrier oils and emulsifiers
• Unscented base so you can easily add essential oils or fragrances

Are there any practical tips for melting and blending kokum butter?

Kokum butter has a high melting point compared with softer butters. Gently warm it to combine with oils, and follow standard emulsification steps for lotions. Avoid overheating to preserve nutrients and natural color.

• Melt slowly over a double boiler; avoid direct high heat
• Combine with lighter oils (e.g., jojoba, almond) to improve spreadability
• Use an emulsifier and cool while stirring for stable creams
• Store in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness

Who is this for? Plant Guru Raw Kokum Butter is suited to makers and formulators who want a firm, neutral-tasting plant butter for creams, balms, soaps and haircare. It is a good option for DIY enthusiasts, small-batch artisans, and anyone seeking a vegan, vitamin-rich butter to support dry, rough or mature skin, and to add stability to solid products.