The Many Uses of Shea-Butter
Everywhere you look there is someone selling this product, so letâs first off make sure we are using the right one. Pure shea-butter is solid in form and yellow; if that is not the case, then it has been chemically bleached or procesed in some way, so stay away from those.{{more}}
Because of its moisture rich qualities, shea-butter can be used on almost all areas of our body.
If youâre looking for a perfect natural hair cream for twist outs or even everyday use, then all you need are:
8 oz of raw natural shea-butter
4 oz of coconut oil
1/2 cup of Aloe Vera gel
1 tbsp of jojoba or olive oil
1 tbsp of castor oil
Melt the shea-butter into its liquid form and add all ingredients into a mixer. Mix until soft and fluffy, then place into a container for use. I use the melted shea-butter and combine it in my daughterâs leave in hair conditioner as well.
For a great body butter, simply combine:
1/ 2 cup shea-butter
1/ 4 cup coconut oil
1/ 4 cup olive or almond oil
10-15 drops of your favourite essential oil, if you need a nicer smell (as I always do)
Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat until everything is melted.
Let cool for a good hour or when the oil mixture starts to solidify around the edges. Place into a mixer and mix until it looks like whipped cream, forming stiff peaks.
And there you have it, just a few more ways that you can use this wonderful product.
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