Derived from the oil-rich nut of the Karite tree, shea butter is prized for its incredible skin-nurturing and moisturizing properties. It’s used as a base ingredient or as an emollient in handmade soaps and skin preparations.
Shea butter has a high content of unsaponifiables which contribute to its moisturizing properties. It’s a superior moisturizer and will start to melt on contact with the skin, and absorbs quickly.
Vitamin A in shea butter is important for improving a number of skins conditions, including blemishes, wrinkles, eczema, and dermatitis. This butter is a great addition to creams, lotions and soaps.
Whipped Shea Butter Soap Recipe
4 oz shea butter
1 oz of a light oil (grapeseed, fractionated coconut, or mink are all nice)
Put shea butter in a glass bowl. Slowly add your liquid oil and whip with a stand mixer or whip in your food processor. Whip for 20-30 minutes or until light and fluffy. Add scent if desired. Transfer to jars after mixing scent well.
Whipped Shea Butter II
4 oz shea butter
2 oz of a light oil (grapeseed, fractionated coconut, or mink are all nice)
Melt together in microwave. Whip at high speed for 2-3 minutes. PLaced in freezer for 2 minutes. Repeat whipping, then freezing, until light and fluffy. Add scent if desired. Transfer to jars after mixing scent well.
