{"product_id":"better-shea-butter-organic-raw-unrefined-shea-butter-1-lb-bar-cold-processed-usda-organic-moisturizer-diy-body-face-base","title":"Better Shea Butter Organic Raw Unrefined Shea Butter 1 lb Bar — Cold-Processed, USDA Organic Moisturizer \u0026 DIY Body\/Face Base","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaw, USDA Certified Organic African shea butter in a 1 lb bar—pure, unrefined, and ideal as a moisturizer, hair treatment, or clean-beauty base.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis single-ingredient shea butter is cold-processed and unrefined to retain its natural vitamins, fatty acids and gentle aroma. Ethically sourced from a women's cooperative in Ghana, the butter arrives as an ivory bar with a mild nutty-smoky scent and a creamy, tacky texture that melts on contact. It works as a daily skin sealant, a concentrated hair balm, or the starting point for DIY lotions, lip balms and soap without added chemicals or solvents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use this shea butter on very dry skin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm a small amount between your palms until it softens, then massage into targeted dry areas such as elbows, knees and heels. For intense repair, apply to damp skin after showering to lock in moisture and repeat nightly until skin texture improves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply a pea-to-nickel-sized amount for hands or face; larger for body areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse after bathing on slightly damp skin to trap hydration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with a carrier oil for faster absorption if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse as an overnight treatment on cracked heels or dry cuticles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this shea butter for hair and scalp care?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes—its rich fatty acid profile helps condition dry, brittle hair and calm flaky scalps. Use sparingly as a leave-in hair balm on ends, or melt and deep-condition as a pre-wash treatment for improved manageability and shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall amount applied to ends tames frizz and seals split ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMelted and applied to scalp for a 20–60 minute deep-conditioning mask\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix with oils (coconut, jojoba) for a lighter, spreadable hair butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks on natural, chemically-treated, and textured hair types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this product safe for DIY skincare and soap making?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis raw shea butter is hexane-free and contains no additives, making it a clean base for homemade balms, whipped butters, lotions, lip care and soap. Because it is unrefined, it retains natural antioxidants and a subtle scent—test small batches to adjust texture and fragrance to your recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse as the primary butter for whipped body butter and lotion bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend with essential oils or botanical extracts for custom scents\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMelt-and-pour or cold-process soap formulations tolerate this unrefined butter well\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore at room temperature away from direct heat to maintain consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does ethical sourcing impact quality and sustainability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shea butter is produced by a women's cooperative in Ghana using traditional harvesting and cold-processing methods that preserve nutrients. Supporting cooperative production helps local economies and encourages sustainable practices in shea nut collection and processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSourced from a certified cooperative supporting women producers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold-processed to maintain vitamins and fatty acids\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo chemical solvents or preservatives used in production\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackaging and supply chain emphasize traceability and responsibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? If you want a single-ingredient, USDA Certified Organic shea butter to hydrate very dry skin, nurture dry or textured hair, or act as a clean base for DIY skincare, this 1 lb bar is built for those priorities. It’s especially suited to people who prefer minimally processed, ethically sourced ingredients and who enjoy creating their own lotions, balms, or soaps. Not recommended for those allergic to tree-nut products without a patch test first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic Shea Butter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this shea butter truly unrefined and organic?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It is raw, cold-processed, USDA Certified Organic and contains no additives, solvents, or preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use it on my face without clogging pores?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Many people use unrefined shea butter on the face; it’s generally non-comedogenic, but patch-test first if you have acne-prone skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Better Shea Butter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49622269395082,"sku":"B0FRB53VLV","price":101.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/4825\/6394\/files\/better-shea-butter-front-bar.jpg?v=1782868409","url":"https:\/\/auviraskincare.com\/products\/better-shea-butter-organic-raw-unrefined-shea-butter-1-lb-bar-cold-processed-usda-organic-moisturizer-diy-body-face-base","provider":"Auvira Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}