It provides incredible benefits for dry or irritated skin, particularly when combined with other butters (e.g., palm kernel, shea, or cocoa) and carrier oils. Formulators love how it blends with other butters and oils making application smooth, silky and 'grease-free'. With its naturally high levels Myristoleic and other acids and antioxidants, it was traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, anti-allergenic, antiseptic, anti-oxidizing, immune-stimulant, painkilling and regenerative properties. (you can Google to see what others say about it) Baraka Kombo Butter is pure, natural, wild-crafted and, in addition to providing the dignity of income to hard-working rural women, the tall trees provide natural shade and ecosystem biodiversity for Cocoa crops.