Refined Orange Butter 1 kg

Why bulk orange butter suits scalable cosmetic manufacturing

Refined orange butter supplied in a 1 kg pack is designed for manufacturers that need consistent volumes of raw material for ongoing production runs. This solid plant fat is extracted from citrus pulp and peel, then refined to remove the strong natural scent, which makes the texture more versatile across different formulations. It belongs to the butters category, which brings together dense plant fats used to build structure in creams, balms, sticks and other finished cosmetic forms.

The most common application of orange butter is in skin and hair care manufacturing: body and hand creams, lip balms, sticks for dry skin, after-sun products and nourishing hair masks. Thanks to its firm texture at room temperature and the way it melts on contact with skin, the butter helps retain moisture and forms a comfortable protective layer. In formulations it often works as a thickener and emulsion stabilizer, pairing well with other dense components such as kokum butter, valued for its firmness and ability to hold shape in sticks and balms. Beyond cosmetics, orange butter is also used in scented candle and wax tablet production, where it softens the overall texture and leaves a light citrus note once melted.

The butter is typically introduced during the oil phase, melted in a water bath at around 55-65 degrees Celsius together with other oils and waxes. Once melted, it is blended with the water phase as the mixture cools to around 40-45 degrees, protecting heat-sensitive ingredients from degradation. Standard usage in creams and balms ranges from 5 to 20 percent of the total formula, while lip sticks and body balms can use up to 30-40 percent for a firmer texture. Orange butter pairs well with lighter oils like jojoba or grapeseed, and with other functional butters such as argan butter, which adds nourishing properties, or chamomile butter, commonly used to calm irritated skin.

For larger production runs, proper storage of raw material matters: the butter should be kept in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations, in a tightly sealed container. Under these conditions the texture and functional properties remain stable over an extended period, which is particularly important for conveyor-line production where raw material is purchased in advance and used gradually over time.

Citrus body balm for large-batch production

Refined orange butter 220 g

Shea butter 90 g

Sweet almond oil 100 ml

Beeswax 40 g

Vitamin E oil 10 ml

Essential oil of choice 8 ml

Melt the orange butter, shea butter, almond oil and beeswax together in a water bath at around 65 degrees until fully combined. Once melted, remove from heat and let the mixture cool to around 45 degrees before adding the vitamin E oil and essential oil, stirring gently to blend evenly. Pour the balm into containers and allow it to set at room temperature before sealing for storage.

Frequently asked questions

What documentation is provided with the product?

Current documents for this product are listed in the «Documents» block of the product card.

How is lot consistency ensured?

Consistency between lots is maintained according to the specification.

What input level is suitable in formulations?

The product may be incorporated at 5 to 100 percent and can be applied neat. Exact usage levels for each formulation type are stated in the specification.

How is the product packaged and stored?

It arrives in 1 kg plastic containers placed inside transport packaging. Storage requirements are detailed in the specification to preserve the semi-solid texture and orange oil aroma.