Shea Butter Leave-in Conditioner:

Introduction:

A shea butter leave-in conditioner is a light cream you work into damp hair and don't rinse out; this one blends 2 tablespoons (30ml) of shea butter with coconut oil and aloe vera gel. Baraka's unrefined shea butter is made by hand at the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre in Wa, Ghana.

• Easy to Make: Very easy to make, requires minimal effort and ingredients.
• Useful for: All hair types, especially dry and frizzy hair.

Benefits:

• Provides All-Day Hydration: Keeps hair moisturized throughout the day.
• Detangles Hair: Makes detangling easier and reduces breakage.
• Adds Shine: Leaves hair feeling soft, shiny, and manageable.
• Protects Hair from Damage: Helps to protect hair from environmental damage.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) Shea Butter 
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) Coconut Oil 
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) Aloe Vera Gel 
• 5 drops Rosemary Essential Oil (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Place the shea butter and coconut oil in a bowl.
2. Gently melt the ingredients together using the double boiler method.
3. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
4. Add the aloe vera gel and rosemary essential oil (if using) and stir well.
5. Transfer the mixture to a clean container. Contains water, so make small batches, keep it cool and throw it out if it smells or looks off.
6. Apply a small amount of the leave-in conditioner to damp hair, focusing on the ends.
7. Style as usual.

Why this is a great DIY project:

This leave-in conditioner is easy to make and can be customized with different essential oils for a personalized scent. It's a great way to nourish your hair naturally and avoid harsh chemicals. For a lighter option, try Baraka shea oil, which is lighter on the skin than the whole butter and suits hair and scalp use.

This Recipe was originally published in Shea Butter: The Ultimate DIY Ingredient

Quick answers

Shea butter leave in conditioner

A shea butter leave-in conditioner is a light cream you work into damp hair and don't rinse out. This recipe uses 2 tablespoons of shea butter, 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel, with 5 drops of rosemary essential oil if you like. Baraka's unrefined shea butter is made by hand by women's producer groups at the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre in Wa, Ghana.

How to make shea butter leave in conditioner?

Melt 2 tablespoons of shea butter and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil together in a bowl over a double boiler, then take it off the heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel and, if you like, 5 drops of rosemary essential oil, then pour it into a clean container. To use it, rub a small amount into damp hair, focusing on the ends, and style as usual.

How to use shea moisture leave in conditioner?

Rub a small amount into damp hair, focusing on the ends, then style as usual. Leave it in and don't rinse. This is how to use a leave-in made with Baraka shea butter: 2 tablespoons of shea butter, 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel. Because it contains water, make small batches, keep it cool and throw it out if it smells or looks off. More in How to make shea butter leave in conditioner?