Emollient

Cetyl Kombo Butterate

INCI: CETYL KOMBO BUTTERATE

Reviewed by Emma · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Cetyl Kombo Butterate?

Cetyl Kombo Butterate is the reaction product of cetyl alcohol with the fatty acids derived from the lipids pressed from the Kombo seed (Pycnanthus angolensis, Myristicaceae).

Its declared cosmetic functions are emollient, skin conditioning, skin protecting and viscosity controlling.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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