Obtained from the fruit of the Cacao tree (Theobroma Cacao) which grows in tropical regions throughout the world.
The butter is extracted from the seed kernels and is further refined to yield a tan colored butter with pleasant cocoa (chocolate-like) odor.
Rich and creamy and redolent of the chocolate that is its source, Cocoa Butter is the ultimate tan enhancer or skin conditioner for a pregnant tummy.
Our line of unrefined cocoa butter is not deodorized and is lightly odoriferous and will scent your products in moderation. Suitable for food and cosmetic use and makes an exquisite ingredient within culinary products, and especially chocolate.
As an unrefined cosmetic butter it may contain natural sediments which will appear on the surface of the oil after the butter is melted. Straining the oil through muslin cloth is recommended, based on the product that is being formulated. For example, in soaps, straining may not be required.
Using Cocoa Butter:
Cocoa Butter is one of the most stable, highly concentrated natural fats known, and melts at body temperature so that it is readily absorbed into the skin. Since Cocoa Butter absorbs so quickly, it immediately relieves dry and irritated skin.
There are many different uses for Cocoa Butter, below are some of the ways in which Cocoa Butter may be used:
Add a spoonful to your bath water for a luxurious and healing experience. Especially helpful for those with dry or itchy skin, or sore muscles. Try adding Lavender or Chamomile essential oil as well, or an herbal infusion made from soothing herbs.
In massage, Cocoa Butter is beneficial for overexerted muscles or for dry skin.
In soaps, Cocoa Butter has a conditioning effect that adds a good lather. Try incorporating Cocoa Butter into your handmade soap recipes.
Use during pregnancy to keep the skin supple, and to prevent stretch marks. It may also be used after giving birth to reduce stretch marks.
Precautions: Those with serious or persistent skin problems, such as eczema, should consult a physician before using Cocoa Butter. Cocoa Butter is often mistakenly used by people to expedite a suntan and while it will enhance a natural tan, it does not have a sun protection factor (SPF). To prevent the harmful effects of the sun, use a suntan lotion with an SPF of at least 15 that contains Cocoa Butter.
Not recommended by those with nut allergies.
Sold by the pound
Not for food use