Illipe Butter

Description

Origin:                                     The forest of Bornero (South Pacific) and Southeast Asia

INCI:                                        Shorea Stenoptera

Extraction method:                 Cold pressed from the nuts of the tree

Color:                                      Pale yellow to light tan

Odor:                                       Little to no odor

Texture:                                   Hard, but melts upon touching the skin

Key Attributes:          

• High in unsaturated fatty acids (oleic, palmitic, stearic and linoleic) and Vitamins A and E
• Higher melting point than Cocoa Butter – 28⁰C – 37⁰C
• A natural emollient – highly moisturizing
• A known antioxidant and anti-inflammatory

Applications: 

• Skincare – body lotion, body butter, solid soap, deodorant, sunscreen
• Cosmetics – anti-aging, foundation, lip balm, lipsticks
• Haircare – masks and treatments