Body Butter: The Secret To Better Skin
Natural Skin Care Solution
BODY BUTTERS are skin moisturizers which typically contain cocoa butter, shea butter, coconut oil or another vegetable-based oil. The most effective butters are those mixed with specific carrier and essential oils, to address individual skin issues. They are thicker than lotions and are very effective at rejuvenating dry skin, whether used all over the body or specifically on problem patches, like elbows and knees. The best time to apply body butter is just after your daily shower, therefore allowing the skin to remain hydrated thrroughout the day.The components of a natural body butter are all high in nutritious vitamins and fatty acids, which can help to revitalize and improve healthy skin complexion. Body butters are made with natural ingredients and do not contain any preservatives or harmful chemicals.
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COCOA BUTTER
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KOKUM BUTTER
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SHEA BUTTER
COCOA BUTTER
Cocoa Butter is a rich, natural fat derived from the cacao beans contained inside the pods of the Cacao Tree. More than half of the world’s commercial cocoa is produced in West Africa, and in parts of Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean, where cacao beans have been harvested for centuries.This butter is high in fatty acids, which is why it is often touted for its ability to hydrate and nourish the skin and improve elasticity. Additionally, the fat in cocoa butter forms a protective barrier over skin to hold in moisture. The use of cocoa butter is widely claimed to prevent the development of stretch marks, especially during pregnancy, as well as to reduce the appearance of scars.
KOKUM BUTTER
Kokum butter is an oil derived from the seeds of a fruit-bearing tree called the kokum tree. Kokum trees, formally known as Garcinia indica are primarily cultivated in tropical regions of India. This butter is probably best known for its role as a potent emollient, or moisturizing agent. It can be used to improve the moisture content of almost every part of the body, including the skin, lips, feet, scalp, and hair. Unlike other similar types of plant-based butters, kokum butter is not very heavy and is absorbed into the skin easily. Kokum butter is often used topically to alleviate skin inflammation caused by cuts, burns, and ulcerations.
SHEA BUTTER
Shea Butter is a seed fat that comes from the shea tree. The Shea Tree is found in East and West tropical Africa and Shea Butter comes from two oily kernels within the shea tree seed.It provides the skin with essential fatty acids and the nutrients necessary for collagen production.Shea butter has been used in Africa and many other locations for years to improve skin and hair. It also has a long history of medicinal use, such as in wound care and even treating leprosy.There are claims that the application of high-quality shea butter can diminish the appearance of wrinkles after about four to six weeks of use. Other research suggests that the application of shea butter to the skin results in a brighter complexion.