Wholesale Raw Butters & Carrier Oils in India

Selecting Raw Butters & Carrier Oils for Your Formulations

Carrier oils and raw butters are the fatty phase in most cosmetic formulations — they carry active ingredients into the product, contribute to skin feel and occlusion, and affect oxidative stability. Choosing the right combination for your application requires understanding fatty acid composition, comedogenic rating, and oxidative stability.

Lighter oils such as sweet almond, jojoba (technically a liquid wax), and grapeseed are absorbed quickly and are well-suited to face and body serums. Heavier oils such as castor and avocado have a slower absorption profile and a richer, more emollient texture. Butters — shea, cocoa, mango seed — are solid at room temperature and provide the occlusive, protective element in body butters and lip balms.

For wholesale buyers, the most important documentation to request is a certificate of analysis (COA) confirming fatty acid profile and peroxide value (PV). A high peroxide value indicates oxidation has already begun, which will shorten the finished product's shelf life. Store all oils and butters in a cool, dark location and use within their indicated shelf life.

Related categories: Skincare & Body Bases · Essential Oils · Cosmetic Preservatives