Raw Shea Butter – 100% Pure Unrefined African Shea Butter | Deep Moisturizer for Dry Skin, Hair & Scalp | DIY Body Butter, Lip Balm & Soap Base | Smoky Scent (1 lb Block)

Bought this to use on my lips because I was tired of using chapsticks and balms with a bunch of other junk in them, just wanted to go straight to the source to keep my lips hydrated through winter. I can't fault the product, the packaging is clean and to be fair the butter is a lovely texture, easy to apply, seems high quality. I think my only feedback and the reason I ended up returning this was the smell. Granted, I bought it knowing that it would have a smell. I was just expecting it to be nutty and smoky like the product description suggests (I'd never actually smelled raw shea before). I know everyone's definitions of scent are a little different but I'm not sure I know anyone who would have described the smell as nutty and smoky. I feel like that's being a little too polite. Or maybe it just could do with a mention that it can come off stronger than expected. When I popped the cap I immediately thought it smells like a tire store. I brought it to my husband and asked him what he thought it smelled like and he said it smelled like burnt rubber. I think it wouldn't have been terrible to tolerate if I wasn't planning to use it on my lips which are right under my nose. It was definitely too whiffy there. That said, because this seems like a solid product I did go and instead order the refined version for the similar effects of shea without the harsh smell. Also, feel like this needs to be said, I'd consider going for the refined version anyway if you have a known latex allergy. As soon as I put the shea on my lips they started to tingle uncomfortably, and later so did my mouth. I did some research on why that would be when shea is considered to be fairly un-allergenic and found that raw shea can contain traces of natural latex, which I'm allergic to. Not saying that's what was happening, but it was a similar reaction to when I eat too many figs, or underripe figs, which contain latex in their sap, too. Though supposedly the refined version wheedles most of the latex out. Be wary and always patch test if you're not sure, just wanted to mention because I'm not sure the latex and shea thing is widely known or observed.

Update: After my original review of the unrefined version the company reached out to me. Great customer service! I decided to try the unscented version and am so glad I did. It's perfect for my sensitive nose. No aroma at all. And the product is doing wonders for my skin after just two days. After sleeping with it on all night I wake up with skin that does not feel dry but moisturizer. Can't wait to see what happens after a week, a month and longer. Apparently raw shea butter both hydrates and moisturizes, unlike other oils and fats. It sinks into the skin AND provides a protective layer. ORIGINAL POST. For a while I've wanted to try pure shea butter for it's great moisturizing properties. Aware that the smell can be a bit much I bought this anyway. The texture is great and it absorbs well. Not greasy at all. My hands feel great. For this is give five stars. The smell, however, is too much for my sensitive nose. It definitely has a smokey aroma and a bit of a chemical smell. It's not something I can use because of it. So for aroma I give it one star, or rather zero. Average it out and it's three stars for me. I'll be passing it along to someone else.

I recently had the opportunity to try this product, and I must say it exceeded my expectations in every respect. From the moment I began using it, the quality and attention to detail were immediately apparent. It delivers on its promises with impressive reliability and performance. What stands out most is how thoughtfully designed it is. The features are intuitive, practical, and clearly developed with the user in mind. It integrates seamlessly into daily routines, making it both convenient and enjoyable to use. The overall experience feels refined and well-crafted. In addition, the value it provides is remarkable. It strikes an excellent balance between quality and affordability, making it accessible without compromising on standards. It’s rare to find a product that combines efficiency, durability, and user satisfaction so effectively. I would confidently recommend this product to anyone looking for a dependable and high-quality solution. It has certainly earned my endorsement, and I believe it’s something everyone should try at least once.

As someone who prepares my own beauty products, finding a high-quality base is essential, and this unrefined Shea butter is a total game-changer. What I love most is the consistency. Because it’s unrefined, it retains all its natural vitamins and fatty acids, which makes a noticeable difference in the richness of my creams and body butters. It melts down beautifully and blends smoothly with other oils without becoming grainy

***Update*** I was contacted by the seller who explained what normal shea butter should look, feel and smell like, and she helped me ascertain that this second order batch is probably not okay (my judgment based on the smell more than anything else). They are making accommodations to send me a replacement product within 24hrs!! Now thats excellent service and I am happy to up the review to a 4! Would give a 5 but for tracking purposes I think they need to see a 4 to review customer feedback. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I am writing this review hoping that the seller will respond to my email which I sent them in regard to this product...I will update my review when I hear from the seller (that will tell me alot about their customer service too!) I would give 5 stars based on my first order of this product back in Feb 2015. But my second order this month has been so bad that I have to give an overall rating of 2...I hate leaving bad reviews on a whim, but my experiences are so vastly different:( I first ordered the Better Shea Butter "100% Unrefined Organic Shea Butter - African Grade A Ivory" back in Feb 2015. The product arrived in a brown bag, in which the butter was placed in a ziplock bag. I loved the packaging. The product also was an off yellow color and had a very nice, pleasant, mildly nutty smell (almost a bit like a very pleasant and light licorice smell). The product was smooth was no grainy or rough texture. I liked it so much I then re-ordered the product earlier this month. I was going to write a review after finishing the first pack but then thought perhaps I should wait to see how my second experience is with this product. I'm so glad I did because I am SO disappointed with what I received. First off, the re-order product was not in a ziplock, but rather in a regular plastic that when opened could NOT be resealed. Secondly, and worst of all, the product smells terrible - it smells like burned rubber...i dont know what exactly but "burned" is the definite vibe! It is so off putting even my boyfriend has commented on how bad it is. To add insult to injury, the product is very grainy in texture and not smooth at all. Also, the color is more grey than yellow. I am utterly confused about the inconsistent packaging as well as the inconsistent (and in my opinion), inferior quality of the second order. Why has the color changed from pale yellow/cream to greyish cream?? Why has the smell become so pungent and unpleasant? Why is the packaging not in ziplock? Why is the texture now rough and grainy?? From what I see on Amazon reviews, it seems my second order matches complaints other customers had, which then seemed to be improved upon, resulting in the improved packaging changing to ziplock and the product smell and texture being improved on...so have I received an old batch of the previous product before improvement????? If this were how it always smelled and felt, then I would not complain, but there is a vast difference between the two orders...this product has been the only thing that works for me (keeping breakouts away, skin smooth and well nourished)....and even though I like it, the negative factors right now make it very difficult for me to even use the product (the smell and texture especially) As said, I will update my review when I hear from the seller

Prior to purchasing this, I had only ever used the yellow shea butter by a different company. While waiting for this one to arrive I bought a tiny jar of the white butter at Whole Foods because I was completely out. While I like the other brand, I absolutely LOVE Better Shea Butter's brand; it is not whipped (the Whole Foods brand was) and was soft, pliable, easy to apply to my skin. Sometimes I get excited when I get a new product and tend to use too much, so I took it easier with this and it paid off. I only use a small amount for skin moisturization and it does moisturize superbly. I will admit to a rather complicated skin care routine as I am a product junkie, but here is what I do to keep my body smooth and soft: argan oil goes on my skin first thing after a shower, then shea butter, then Kiehl's body lotion. I have experimented with various butters and oils; coconut oil (too greasy and does not absorb well), avocado butter (good, but greasier than shea), cocoa butter (very greasy but does the job), sesame oil (terrible, does not absorb at all and leaves skin strangely dry beneath the oil), olive oil (will do in a pinch when I am out of argan oil). But shea butter is my all-time favorite because it has a bit of sun protection in it - my fair skin does not burn but turns a nice golden color. All that said, I didn't know what I was missing by using the yellow butter rather than the white! The texture is smoother and does not harden even in my air-conditioned house. It absorbs into the skin even better than the yellow and this brand better than the other white butter I bought (AAA brand). It is a massive amount that I am sure will take me through the summer. And even though temperatures here in the South are in the upper 80s right mow, this chunk-o-butter arrived only soft, not melted though it had been on a carrier vehicle all day. It would have even been okay with me if it were melted but nice that it wasn't. I had some pesky dry skin flaking off my legs (why is it that legs dry out more than arms even when less exposed to the elements? One of life's mysteries...). Even with exfoliation and my meticulous skin care routine the condition persisted. However, this shea butter has significantly reduced the problem with just two applications and I fully expect it to be "cured" with several more uses. This is real shea butter, folks - the best I've used. The price is actually a steal too. I can't comment on use for hair or face. My hair is too fine to withstand heavy oils and butters but I bet that someone with thicker or more coarse hair would benefit greatly from it. My skin is pretty oily right now so I can only see myself using it there in the wintertime when skin is drier. I am greatly impressed with this company's customer service. Isabella has been right on top of things with personal emails thanking me for my order and information on downloading recipes. That she has taken time to do this with each and every person who places an order speaks volumes about her business ethic. I had pored over the reviews for this shea butter as well as other brands and was satisfied that all the reviews were genuine. She also responded to the few negative reviews with grace. This is a company who believes in its product and cares about its customers, and I am happy to recommend this outstanding product.

The shipping was fast and the shea butter arrived well-packaged and in fine condition. The shea butter is very good quality. I saw some reviews that "it stinks". I don't think it stinks and neither does my boyfriend. It has a nutty smell. You do have to get used to it but it's not unpleasant to me, however I suppose that can be a personal preference. I have found this shea butter heals the skin. I LOVE it as a facial moisturizer, because it doesn't clog my pores. Coconut oil always made me break out. And I've had skin that could easily break out with most moisturizers, including jojoba oil. Apparently shea butter is a ZERO on the comedogenic scale of 0 to 5 (coconut oil is a 4 which explains to me why it clogged my pores and broke me out every time I tried to use it). I was a bit wary to use it on my face, but I can now say after use for a couple of weeks that I had no breakout at all, and my skin is looking wonderful - I especially love using it as an eye cream. It really improves the skin around the eye area and doesn't irritate my eyes, unlike the many expensive eye creams I've used, which did jack s*** for my eye area. This makes my skin healthy. It heals cuts and wounds. It is great for hands, feet, everything, and ALL natural. I don't like the recipes to add it to coconut oil because for me, coconut oil just cheapens the wonderful rich shea quality. I mixed it with lavender essential oil and use it as my face and eye cream. Totally will buy this again. The free ebook comes as soon as you enter the confirmation code from your order, so it was prompt. While I didn't use all the recipes, it's nice to have some guides on how to mix it up. I will use it with many essential oils for various uses. Great product, great service. I do wish it was a little less expensive, but other than that, 5 stars! UPDATE JULY 30, 2015 I'm pregnant with our first baby (30 weeks - over 7 months) and used this as a pure moisturizer throughout, it has worked nicely, still never causes any breakouts either. I use it on my belly, and any areas where women get stretch marks, after every shower. So far, my skin is supple and never has itched (I hear many pregnant women get itchy skin on their bellies because the skin is stretching). I make sure to drink lots of water and use my shea butter on my skin, and have felt quite comfortable, so I like this a lot. I've already ordered a couple of times, and will certainly order again. Good value, great product, and has many uses! A favorite for me (

I love shea butter and it's benefits. I really like the natural smell of the shea butter. I purchased to make my son his own whipped body butter for his eczema. I haven't noticed any skin irritation.

Super , hydrate bien la peau , l odeur est particulière .

I’ve been using Better Shea Butter 100% Unrefined Shea Butter as a key ingredient in my homemade skincare recipes, and it’s been great. It melts down smoothly and blends well with oils and essential oils. My skin feels deeply moisturized and soft after using it. I love that it’s pure and unrefined—perfect for DIY body butters and creams. A must-have for natural skincare routines.

I really love it makes my hair shine and soft I recommend it the best Shia butter

Justo lo que se ofrece

I got this product last April and immediately requested a refund. It is not pure Shea butter; it looks greenish, and has some chunky pieces, which give me the feeling that it is mixed with something that has a different melting temperature