Description

Our handcrafted shea butter is produced in the traditional way indigenous to West Africa. It is raw and hasn’t undergone any form of  refinement or processing, as a result, there may be bits of impurities and sediments  (tiny bits of the shell, plant fibres, etc) in the butter. Although batches may vary to some extent, this product usually has a strong pungent aroma which is characteristic of pure handcrafted shea butter from West Africa. You may also find various natural inconsistencies in color including darker spots and grey streaks. (For shea butter with uniform consistency check our cold pressed shea butter here. )

Please note: This product is fully hand made, without the use of any machinery and therefore, the possible presence of some impurities cannot be excluded.

Extraction method: Hand made in the traditional method

 Colour : Ivory to yellow solid butter

Aroma/ Texture: A soft butter with a strong pungent smell, It is usually firm at room temperature and can melt at higher temperature. For a softer shea butter with a smoky aroma check our cold pressed shea butter here. 

Manufacturers Recommended Usage: 2 – 100% . Use in Creams, Lotions, Balms, Make-up Foundations, Soaps and Hair Products.

When adding butters to creams and lotions, it might be necessary to gently warm in a heat-proof  jar on low heat or  in a bain marie (To preserve its nutritive properties) before incorporating into the final product. As with most raw materials, results may vary, we strongly recommend small batch testing prior to any commercial manufacturing.

Common Uses/Benefits

Shea Butter aids the re-hydration of dry, chapped skin. It is solid at room temperature and melts on contact with the skin and may be used in a variety of formulations including lotions, creams, after-sun products, conditioners, body butters, luxury soaps, baby-care products and lip balms.

Recommended Storage: Body butters are ideally stored in a refrigerator to maintain its texture. It will become soft in warmer temperatures. Store in air tight containers; in a cool dry area; away from direct sunlight.

Shelf Life: Typical shelf life is about 18months when stored properly. store in cool temperatures (below 25 °C) away from light and moisture in an air-tight container. The product may become liquid above ambient temperatures (e.g at 36 °C), but will re-solidify upon cooling without affecting functionality.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a cosmetic ingredient and it is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations. It should not be ingested. Product image and packaging shown above is a general representation of product. Product colour may vary and packaging available may be different. Our products are for external use only, unless otherwise indicated. This information is for information purposes and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.