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era of nature Organic Unrefined Raw African Ivory Shea Butter 16 oz — Moisturizing Skin & Hair Base, DIY Balm Ingredient

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era of nature Organic Unrefined Raw African Ivory White Shea Butter 16oz is a single-ingredient, raw shea butter ideal as a moisturizing skin and hair base or for crafting homemade balms, creams, soaps, and lotions.

This unrefined ivory shea butter comes from ethically sourced Ghanaian cooperatives and arrives in a 16 oz pouch designed to keep the butter fresh and full of natural aroma and texture. It’s sold as a versatile, plant-derived ingredient for personal care: use it straight as a rich body butter, melt it into DIY beauty recipes, or blend it into hair treatments. Because the product is unrefined and organic, you receive a minimally processed butter that preserves the original properties of the shea nut.

How will this shea butter fit into my daily skin and body routine?

Use the butter as a daily moisturizer for hands, elbows, knees, and any dry patches where skin needs heavier hydration. A small amount warms easily between palms and spreads into the skin, leaving a soft finish without heavy residue when applied properly.

  • Apply a pea-sized amount to dry areas and massage until absorbed.
  • Warm in hands first for effortless spreadability.
  • Mix with carrier oils for a lighter body lotion or leave pure for intense moisture.
  • Ideal for nighttime routines and post-shower sealing of moisture.

Can I use it for hair care or DIY styling products?

Yes — this raw shea butter works well as a deep-conditioning seal, pre-shampoo mask, or in homemade hair pomades and conditioners. It softens and helps manage frizz when applied sparingly to ends or used as an overnight treatment.

  • Melt a small amount and apply to mid-lengths and ends to reduce dryness.
  • Create leave-in creams by blending with lighter oils like jojoba or coconut.
  • Add to conditioner formulas to boost slipperiness and conditioning power.
  • Use as a styling balm for textured or natural hair types.

What makes this shea butter suitable for DIY soap, lotion, and lip balm recipes?

Because it is unrefined and odor-neutral ivory shea, it blends predictably into handmade formulations without strong fragrance interference. Its stable fat profile helps create smooth textures in lotions, bars, and balms, contributing slip and a creamy mouthfeel in lip products.

  • Works as a hardening and conditioning component in soap bars.
  • Adds richness and spreadability to salves, creams, and body butters.
  • Functions as a nourishing base for lip balm recipes when combined with beeswax and oils.
  • Easy to measure and melt for consistent DIY batches.

How is the product sourced and packaged to ensure quality?

This shea butter is sourced from women’s cooperatives in Ghana, where the traditional extraction methods are respected. The butter is packed in protective Kraft foil bags that reduce light and air exposure to maintain freshness and natural properties until you open it.

  • Ethically procured from Ghanaian cooperatives supporting local livelihoods.
  • Unrefined and organic processing preserves the butter’s natural profile.
  • Kraft foil packaging prevents oxidation and contamination.
  • Sold in a generous 16 oz size for multiple uses and DIY projects.

Who this product is for: era of nature’s 16 oz raw ivory shea butter fits makers, natural skincare enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a plant-based moisturizing base. It’s particularly useful for people who enjoy formulating their own body care — from lotions and soaps to lip balms and hair treatments — and for those who prefer minimally processed, ethically sourced ingredients in their personal care routine.

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FAQ

Q: Is this shea butter refined or unrefined?

A: It is unrefined, retaining its natural characteristics and minimal processing.

Q: Can I use this in lip balms and soaps?

A: Yes; it melts smoothly for lip balms and adds conditioning to soap and lotion recipes.