Comedogenic rating
Kokum Butter Comedogenic Rating
Rating
1
out of 5 (range 0 to 1)
Pore-clogging risk
LowUnlikely to clog pores for most people, including many with acne-prone skin.
Category
Plant butter
Kokum butter rates very low at 0 to 1 and is the hardest, most stable common butter, making it a non-greasy choice even for acne-prone skin.
What a rating of 1 means
A rating of 0 to 1 makes kokum one of the lowest-clogging butters. It is extremely firm and stable, absorbs without greasiness, and is a smart butter base for people who break out from richer options.
Fatty acid profile
Kokum is very high in stearic acid, which makes it hard at room temperature and gives it a non-greasy, fast-setting feel. Its stability also means it resists rancidity better than softer butters.
Key fatty acids: Stearic acid, Oleic acid.
Profile: Very high stearic, firm and stable.
Best for
- Dry skin
- Sensitive skin
- Acne-prone skin
Use caution with
- Very firm, melt before use
Who should use it
Dry, sensitive, and even acne-prone skin tolerate kokum butter well. Because it is so firm, it is usually melted into balms with softer oils. It is a great low-clog butter base.
How it compares to beef tallow
Kokum butter and beef tallow are both low on the comedogenic scale. Kokum is firmer and plant-based, while tallow is softer and closer to skin sebum, so they suit different textures.
How to apply it
Melt kokum butter with a softer oil before use, or choose a balm that blends it so it spreads smoothly.
Common questions
Is kokum butter comedogenic?
Kokum butter rates 0 to 1 and is non-comedogenic to very low, making it one of the safest butters for acne-prone skin.
Why is kokum butter so hard?
It is very high in stearic acid, which makes it firm and stable at room temperature and gives it a non-greasy, fast-setting feel.
Kokum butter or beef tallow?
Both are low-clog. Kokum is firmer and plant-based, while tallow is softer and closer to skin sebum.
Want richness with a low comedogenic rating?
Beef tallow rates around 1 to 2 and mirrors skin sebum, which makes it an easy face swap if kokum butter feels too heavy or clogging. Misun Health uses a single grass-fed ingredient with no fragrance or fillers.
Compare related ingredients
- Beef Tallow (rates 2)
- Jojoba Oil (rates 2)
- Shea Butter (rates 2)
- Olive Oil (rates 2)
- Argan Oil (rates 0)
- Rosehip Oil (rates 1)
Educational content only. This page is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Comedogenic ratings are general guides that can vary by source and by individual skin. Patch test new products before regular use.