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Hard Butters, Soft Butters, and Everything In Between: Your Complete Guide to Formulating with Plant Butters

Learn the difference between hard butters and soft butters in cosmetic formulation, and why melting point matters when creating body butters, lip balms, lotion bars, and other butter-based skincare products. This in-depth guide explores cocoa butter vs shea butter, texture, stability, graininess prevention, and formulation performance in Australia's warm climate helping DIY makers and skincare brands formulate smoother, more stable products with confidence.