Alaffia Pure Unrefined Shea Butter Unscented 11 oz — Fair Trade, Single-Ingredient Moisturizer

Alaffia Pure Unrefined Shea Butter (Unscented, 11 oz) is a single-ingredient, fair-trade shea butter harvested in West Africa, delivered in its natural, unrefined form for multi-purpose skin and hair care.

This unscented, unrefined shea butter comes from wild-harvested shea nuts in Togo and is handcrafted using traditional methods at women-led co-ops. Because it’s unrefined and free of added fragrances or synthetic ingredients, it preserves the natural fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals found in raw shea. The 11 oz jar gives you a versatile balm you can use as a concentrated moisturizer for dry skin, a nourishing hair butter, or a simple ingredient to mix into DIY skincare blends.

What makes this shea butter different from processed body butters?

Unlike refined or blended creams, this product is pure shea butter without added emulsifiers, fragrances, or preservatives. Unrefined shea retains its natural composition, texture and scent, offering a closer-to-source experience and allowing you to control how you use it.

• Single-ingredient: 100% unrefined shea butter from Togo.
• Minimally processed: handmade using traditional extraction methods.
• Unscented: no added fragrances, suitable for sensitive noses.
• Fair trade: supports women-led co-ops and community projects.

How do I use Alaffia shea butter in my daily routine?

Warm a small amount between your palms until it softens, then apply to dry areas of skin or the ends of hair. A little goes a long way, so start with a pea-sized amount and add more where needed.

• Body: massage into elbows, knees, hands and feet for concentrated moisturization.
• Face: use sparingly as an overnight spot balm or mix with lighter oils for a facial moisturizer.
• Hair: smooth through damp ends or rub into the scalp to add moisture and manageability.
• DIY: blend with essential oils or carrier oils to create custom formulations.

Is this product ethically sourced and who benefits from the purchase?

The shea comes from traditional wild-harvested karite nuts in West Africa and is produced at women-led cooperatives. Purchasing this jar helps support fair wages, maternal health, education and environmental initiatives in the communities where the shea is gathered.

• Fair trade certified sourcing from Togo.
• Handmade by women’s co-ops using community-led methods.
• Proceeds support local maternal health and education projects.
• Cruelty-free and environmentally mindful production.

How should I store and care for my unrefined shea butter?

Keep the jar sealed and stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain texture and quality. If the butter hardens in cool climates, warm it gently by rubbing the jar between your hands or placing the sealed container briefly in warm water.

• Storage: cool, dry area out of direct sun.
• Softening: warm in palms or briefly use a warm-water bath for the sealed jar.
• Shelf life: unrefined shea is stable but follow any best-by guidance on the label.
• Packaging: 11 oz jar sized for repeated household use.

Who is this for: This unscented, unrefined shea butter is aimed at people who prefer minimalist, single-ingredient skincare and haircare, those with sensitive skin or scent sensitivities, advocates of fair-trade sourcing, and anyone looking for a concentrated natural moisturizer to customize for body, face, or hair use. It’s particularly useful for targeted dry-skin care and as a base for homemade beauty blends.

Ingredients

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