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What Is Garcinia Indica Seed Butter?
Garcinia indica seed butter (commonly known as “Kokum Butter”) is a natural emollient derived from the seeds of the Garcinia indica plant. Well-suited for dry skin since it moisturizes and seals in hydration, Garcinia indica seed butter is also a rich source of fatty acids that replenish skin’s protective barrier.
Garcinia indica seed butter melts slightly at skin temperature making it ideal for lipsticks, balms and body butters. Compared to other plant butters, Garcinia indica seed butter is considered lighter weight and non-greasy. Additionally, it contains antioxidants, making it a welcome addition to anti-ageing creams.
Apart from modern-day cosmetics, Garcinia indica seed butter has a long history of use in Ayurvedic medicine as well as culinary purposes and has traditionally been used to create bar soaps, candles, etc.
Garcinia indica seed butter was officially deemed safe for cosmetic use by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel in 2017. Their report looked at products using up to 2% concentration.
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