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Shea Butter - 1L

In stock
SKU
shbut1
R 170.00

Our cosmetic grade shea butter is the perfect ingredient to combine with soy wax and essential oils for producing massage candles.


The cosmetic grade shea butter is the perfect ingredient to combine with soy wax and essential oils for producing massage candles. Shea butter is high in vitamins A and E, as well as antioxidants and essential fatty acids that are highly beneficial to the skin. Experiment with your own recipe and adjust ratios of shea butter, soy wax, essential oils and fragrances, for your own personalised massage candle.

Origin:
Shea butter the fat, extracted from the Karite tree (Shea Tree) native to West Africa. It has been used as a cosmetic ingredient for hundreds of years.
Shea butter has a high concentration of fatty acids and vitamins, ideal for use in skin products.  Shea butter has anti-inflammatory and healing properties.  It aids in soothing and nourishing dry skin.

Function in CP Soap:
Shea Butter is high in stearic and oleic acids, producing a long-lasting hard soap with a stable conditioning lather. I would recommend that you use between 10-12% in your cold process soap recipe.

  • Melting Point: 34℃
  • Ratio: 1 part shea butter to 5 parts wax for candle making
  • Solid Form: Soft solid
  • Uses: Container soy massage candles / soap making
Shea butter is used as an additive in a range of cosmetic products, use only as recommended.  
  • Add to Soy wax in candle making to create massage candles
  • Add as an oil to Col process soap making
  • always indicate if a produced product contains shea butter.
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  • Prioritize safety by wearing goggles and gloves during product preparation.
  • Access the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for comprehensive safety & product guidelines.
  • Exercise caution when working with any warm wax and soap products. Use it exclusively within recommended applications.
  • Take care to avoid damage too polished, painted, plastic, or leather surfaces when producing any candles or body products. Follow instructions diligently.
  • Store the product out of reach of children and pets. Individuals with perfume sensitivity should use the product cautiously, it is advisable to make use of a safety mask.
  • Refrain from using this product for any other application than recommended.
  • Own testing is required.