Why we picked it
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Anhydrous formulation means genuinely no preservatives, not a marketing claim.
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Beeswax sourced from the collectives' own forest honey harvest.
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Active concentrations are unpublished, which matters for the medicated balms in particular.
What to look for in Balms & Body Butters?
What to look for in Balms & Body Butters?
- 01Anhydrous balms contain no water, so bacteria cannot grow and no preservative is needed — this is why small makers can produce genuinely additive-free balms.
- 02The trade-off is texture: firmer and richer than a lotion, needing warming between the fingers.
- 03Concentration matters for anything with an active (wintergreen, tea tree, citronella) and is rarely published by small makers — ask.
- 04Cosmetics in India sit under BIS and the Cosmetic Rules, not FSSAI.
This vs commercial equivalent
| What to compare | Purepicked | Regular body cream |
|---|---|---|
| Preservatives | None needed (anhydrous) | Required in water-based creams |
| Water content | None | High |
| Producer | Adivasi women's collective | Contract manufacturer |
How to use it
- Warm a small amount between fingers and apply
- Store below 30°C — these soften in heat
- A little goes further than a lotion
Is it for you?
Good for
Those wanting preservative-free skincare
Supporting Adivasi women's collectives
Avoid if
Anyone with a sensitivity to a listed essential oil
Anyone needing full ingredient disclosure before purchase
Product details
- Sold by
- Purepicked
- Brand
- Forest Post
- Net quantity
- 25 g
- Type
- Body Rubs
Questions people ask
What is kokum butter?
A butter pressed from the seed of Garcinia indica, a Western Ghats tree. It is one of the hardest, most stable plant butters, stays solid at Indian room temperature, resists going rancid and absorbs faster than shea.
Is the vanilla real?
Not stated. Forest Post hasn't said whether it is an extract, an absolute or synthetic vanillin, and we've asked.
Why is there no preservative?
It is anhydrous, with no water phase, so bacteria have nothing to grow in and no preservative is required.
How do I use it?
Warm a small amount between your fingers and apply. A little goes further than a lotion. Store below 30°C.
Who should skip it?
Anyone who needs full ingredient disclosure before buying, since the full list isn't published, and anyone sensitive to a listed essential oil.
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