Shea Oil & Mango Butter Body Butter
Shea Oil & Mango Butter Body Butter
This shea oil and mango butter body butter is a rich, whipped moisturizer made by melting mango butter and coconut oil, then whipping in shea oil and sweet orange essential oil. It uses Baraka shea oil, made by hand at the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre in Wa, Ghana.
Shea oil and mango butter are both renowned for their moisturizing properties. Shea oil is rich in vitamins and fatty acids that help to nourish and protect the skin, while mango butter is a great source of antioxidants that can help to combat signs of aging. Coconut oil adds another layer of hydration, and many people report that it soothes irritated skin. Finally, sweet orange essential oil provides a refreshing and uplifting aroma.
Ingredients:
- Β½ cup Shea Oil
- 1 cup Mango Butter
- ΒΌ cup Coconut Oil
- 15 drops Sweet Orange Essential Oil
Instructions:
- Β Melt Mango Butter and Coconut Oil together in a double boiler.
- Β Remove from heat and mix in the Shea Oil.
- Β Allow the mixture to cool, then add Sweet Orange Essential Oil.
- Β Whip until light and airy.
- Β Store in an airtight container and apply as needed.

Why Make This Recipe
This DIY body butter is not only easy to make but also allows you to customize the ingredients and scent to your personal preference. The process of creating something from scratch is incredibly satisfying, and the finished product makes a thoughtful and heartfelt gift for loved ones.
This Recipe was originally published in SheaΒ Oil - 31 DIY Recipes (e-recipe book)
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