Escentia Shea Butter - Unrefined - 500ML

Escentia Shea Butter - Unrefined is a 100% pure, unrefined natural butter used in cosmetic applications for the face, body, hair and rich anhydrous formulations. It can be used directly on skin or hair, or incorporated into DIY balms, body butters and other oil-based cosmetic products. This version is sold for cosmetic use only, as it has not undergone food-grade certification, and is best suited to richer routines where a dense, protective butter texture is preferred.

Why we love it: Unrefined shea butter is a simple, hardworking staple in natural body and hair care. It works well on its own or in DIY formulations, and its unrefined format stays close to the ingredients natural character. Key Properties Ingredient: 100% pure unrefined shea butter Form: Unrefined butter Suitable For: Cosmetic use only Profile: 100% natural and unrefined plant butter Application Areas: Face, hair and body Skin Feel: Rich, buttery and protective Suitable For: Body Butters, Balms, Hair Smoothers, Anhydrous Skincare, Dry Areas And Rich Cosmetic Formulations Storage: Store away from children, pets, sunlight and heat What It's Used For Direct use as a rich body butter Face and body care routines needing a heavier moisturising step Very dry-feeling areas such as elbows, knees, heels and hands Hair care routines to smooth the look of frizz and add softness DIY balms, body butters and rich cosmetic formulations Anhydrous skincare products where a buttery texture is wanted Who It's For This Product Is For: Dry-feeling skin routines that need a richer moisturising product People wanting a single-ingredient butter for direct skin or hair use DIY makers creating body butters, balms and oil-based cosmetic products Hair care routines that use a small amount of butter for smoothing and softness Those who prefer unrefined, single-ingredient body care staples This Product Is Not For: Food use Water-based formulations without proper emulsification or formulation support Lightweight, fast-absorbing lotion-style routines Anyone looking for a ready-to-use sunscreen product People who prefer the more neutral profile of refined shea butter How To Use As a Body Butter: Warm a small amount between your hands and apply to clean skin, focusing on dry areas.

As a Hair Smoother: Apply a very small amount to fingertips, work over unruly or frizzy sections, and style as desired. As a Cosmetic Ingredient: Gently melt and blend into balms, body butters and other oil-based DIY formulations. Processing Tip: Stir gently and consistently while melted butter cools to help reduce graininess.

Texture Tip: Avoid simply pouring melted shea butter into jars and leaving it to cool without stirring. Handling Tip: Use clean, dry utensils to avoid introducing moisture. Safety Instructions For cosmetic use only Do not ingest Keep out of reach of children and pets Store away from sunlight and heat Patch test before first use If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your healthcare practitioner before use Discontinue use if irritation occurs Avoid introducing water into the container FAQs Q: Can I use this Shea Butter directly on my skin?

A: Yes, it can be used on its own as a rich body butter, especially on dry-feeling areas. Q: Can this Shea Butter be used in hair care? A: Yes, a small amount can be used to help smooth frizz and soften drier-feeling ends. Q: Why does Shea Butter sometimes become grainy? A: Graininess can happen when different fatty acids cool and solidify unevenly after melting.

Q: Is this Shea Butter suitable for food use? A: No, this product has not undergone food-grade certification and is recommended for cosmetic use only.