Dry skin, brittle hair, cracks, chapped skin… Winter is not easy for our bodies. With our skin and hair at the forefront, mistreated by the cold! It is high time to welcome the cold season and take advantage of it to pamper our entire body, simply and naturally. And for that, we bet that Coconut and Shea butters will definitely become the stars of your bathroom!
The benefits of vegetable butters
Vegetable butters are butters from plants or trees, which have properties similar to those of vegetable oils. However, unlike vegetable oils, they do not come in liquid form but in solid and creamy form. They are mainly used in cosmetics and some of them can even find their place in your kitchen.
Some of the most well-known plant-based butters include avocado butter, cocoa butter, mango butter and, of course, the essential organic Coconut and Shea butters . These have been used for centuries for their many virtues.
THE coconut butter organic and raw, nourishes and protects the skin and hair in depth. It is particularly suitable for normal to dry skin as well as damaged hair. This vegetable butter also proves to be an excellent after-sun treatment. So remember to slip it into your beauty kit this summer!
THE shea butter organic and raw, for its part, is an absolutely essential natural treatment as its virtues are numerous.
Rich in vitamins A, D, E and F, it can help to:
- soothe skin problems
- fight against wrinkles
- deeply moisturize hair, skin and nails
- prevent stretch marks
- relieve muscle pain
To enjoy the benefits of these Coconut and Shea butters, choose 100% organic butters, without additives or added odors and raw (unrefined), such as Coconut butters And Shea butter Essencia. You will benefit from all the virtues of these products, naturally.
How to use Essencia organic and raw Coconut and Shea butters?
You can use the Coconut butters And Shea butter alone, massaging them gently onto your skin or into your hair. However, they are also excellent bases for making homemade cosmetics .
We have selected for you three ultra-simple DIY treatments that will allow you to pamper your body and repair it after these long winter months...
Treatment for damaged hair
In detail, this gives:
- 3 tablespoons of Essencia organic and raw shea butter
- 1/2 teaspoon of Essencia Organic Castor Oil “Castor”
- 10 drops of Essencia Pure Lemon Essential Oil
Here are the steps to follow to obtain a uniform and easy-to-apply treatment:
- Use a whisk or fork to mix until smooth and soft.
- Pour the mixture into the 30 ml jar and close it.
- For best preservation, place the cream in the refrigerator at all times.
- Apply to a good length of your ends 15 to 20 minutes before washing your hair. Rinse thoroughly. Rinse again if small residues of the mask remain in your hair. Depending on the health of your hair, repeat 1 to 2 times a week. Be careful not to put the mask in contact with your eyes.
Essencia Shea Butter Lip Balm
You need:
- A small glass jar can hold up to 30 g
- 20 g of Essencia organic and raw shea butter
- 8 g of organic beeswax
Steps to follow:
- Melt the beeswax in a bain-marie, turn off the heat then add the shea butter.
- Mix gently, add 2-3 drops of Essencia Essential Oil of your choice for scent (if you want).
- Pour the balm into the jar.
- Let it cool and apply it regularly on your lips to make them soft!
Essencia Coconut Butter Moisturizing Body Care
You need:
- A small glass jar that can hold up to 30g
- 4 tbsp. of organic and raw coconut butter Essence
- 2 tbsp. Organic Coconut Vegetable Oil Essence
- 2 tbsp. of Organic Jojoba Vegetable Oil Essencia (or any other vegetable oil of your choice)
Nothing could be simpler:
- Put all the ingredients in a bowl and let melt in a bain-marie over low heat.
- When all the ingredients have melted, mix gently.
- Let cool (you can put the treatment in the refrigerator overnight).
- Then, using an electric or hand mixer, whip the mixture to obtain butter.
This moisturizing treatment can be used all over the body to soothe the skin, deeply repair it and soften it.
We bet that Essencia Organic and Raw Coconut and Shea Butters will become your beauty and well-being allies throughout the year!