{"product_id":"plant-guru-kokum-butter-raw-5-lb-bulk-unscented-firm-emollient-for-creams-soaps","title":"Plant Guru Kokum Butter Raw 5 lb Bulk — Unscented Firm Emollient for Creams \u0026 Soaps","description":"\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Guru Raw Kokum Butter (5 lb) is a firm, unscented plant butter extracted from Garcinia indica seeds, prized as a stable, nutrient-rich base for creams, balms, soaps and hair care formulations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested from kokum seeds grown in India’s Western Ghats, this bulk 5-pound raw kokum butter provides a neutral, vegan-friendly fatty base for makers and formulators. Its consistent triglyceride profile—predominantly stearic-oleic-stearic—delivers a firm texture that melts on contact with the skin, making it an ideal thickener and emollient in small-batch skincare, soap, and hair products. Unscented and unrefined, this butter blends cleanly with oils, butters, and active ingredients without altering fragrance profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use kokum butter in lotions, creams and balms?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKokum butter functions as both an emollient and a hardening agent in topical formulations. Use it to add structure to creams, increase firmness in balms, and provide non-greasy slip when combined with lighter oils. Its neutral aroma preserves the intended scent of your final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLotions \u0026amp; creams: 5–20% for stable emulsion support and skin conditioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalms \u0026amp; salves: 5–100% to adjust firmness and melt-point of the product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with shea or mango butter to modify hardness and absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill kokum butter work for soap and hair formulations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKokum butter is a popular additive in cold-process and melt-and-pour soaps for its hardness and conditioning qualities. In hair care, it adds moisture and helps improve manageability without leaving a heavy residue when used at recommended levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBar soaps: 5–20% to increase bar hardness and stable lathering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHair conditioners: 2–5% for added slip and improved hair elasticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat gently to incorporate with other butters and oils for even distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the sensory and formulation advantages of kokum butter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis butter is firm at room temperature yet melts on skin contact, giving a clean, non-greasy finish. Its uniform triglyceride composition makes it more stable than many soft butters, which helps prolong shelf life and maintain consistency in finished goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeutral scent preserves added fragrances and essential oils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFirm texture offers reliable structure for balms, bars, and sticks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh stearic-oleic content improves product stability and spreadability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this bulk kokum butter made for? Small-batch artisans, formulators, and crafters who need a dependable, unscented plant butter will find this 5 lb option especially useful. It suits natural skincare brands, soap makers, hair mask creators, and DIY hobbyists who want a vegan, shelf-stable base that blends well with oils, waxes, and actives. If you need a neutral, high-stearic plant butter to thicken creams, harden bars, or create smooth balms while preserving fragrance profiles, this product fits those needs well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Kokum Butter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Plant Guru kokum butter suitable for sensitive skin?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—it's unscented and non-comedogenic, making it appropriate for many sensitive skin formulations, though patch testing is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I melt and store the 5 lb kokum butter?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Gently melt using a double boiler; store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Plant Guru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49619854917770,"sku":"B0B5VYB4D6","price":206.11,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/4825\/6394\/files\/plant-guru-kokum-butter-front-package.jpg?v=1782833533","url":"https:\/\/auviraskincare.com\/products\/plant-guru-kokum-butter-raw-5-lb-bulk-unscented-firm-emollient-for-creams-soaps","provider":"Auvira Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}