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Kombo Muscle Balm: DIY Recipe

September 17, 2024

Wayne Dunn

Kombo Muscle Balm

Introduction

Kombo Muscle Balm is a whipped balm you make by melting equal parts, 3.5 oz (100 g) each, of shea butter, cocoa butter, coconut oil and kombo butter, cooling it until it starts to set, then whipping it until fluffy. Baraka's shea butter and kombo butter are made by hand at the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre in Wa, Ghana. This easy-to-follow recipe harnesses the power of Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Kombo Butter, and Cocoa Butter to create a deeply nourishing and therapeutic balm. Perfect for soothing tired muscles and promoting skin health, this DIY project is a delightful way to craft personalized skincare products.

Benefits of Each Ingredient

Shea Butter: Provides intense moisture, helps calm irritation, and is traditionally used to calm inflamed skin.
Cocoa Butter: Offers rich moisture, softens skin texture, and many people report it helps reduce the appearance of scars.
Kombo Butter: Delivers creamy moisture and is traditionally used as a massage butter in Ghana.
Coconut Oil: Hydrates, nourishes, and is traditionally valued for its antimicrobial qualities.

Ingredients

3.5 oz (100 g) Shea Butter
3.5 oz (100 g) Cocoa Butter
3.5 oz (100 g) Coconut Oil
3.5 oz (100 g) Kombo Butter
Essential Oil (optional)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a double boiler.
Melt and strain the mixture.
Allow it to cool until it starts to solidify.
Stir in essential oil (if using).
Whip the mixture with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
Transfer the balm to a plastic bag, cut a corner off, and pipe it into containers.
Seal and enjoy!

Note: For a more customized experience, you can experiment with different essential oils to add a scent and potential therapeutic benefits. Kombo butter makes up about 25% of this blend; patch test it on the inside of your arm for 24 hours before first use.

You can also purchase this ready to use, or as a DIY Recipe Kit. For a book of amazing Kombo Butter DIY recipes go here