Shea Butter (REFINED & CERTIFIED ORGANIC)
Refined Organic Shea Butter
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Elevate natural soap & skincare with African Organic Refined Shea Butter. Perfect for creamy lather soaps, rich body butters and sensitive-skin balms, this odourless butter delivers deep hydration and luxurious texture. ▼
Soap & Cosmetic Applications
Enhance formulations with refined shea butter for soap making. Provides conditioning lather, hardness and silky emollience.
- Cold Process Soap: 10–25% of oils for creamy, moisturising, long-lasting bars
- Body Butter: 40–60% whipped with coconut oil for non-greasy luxury
- Lip Balm: 30–50% with beeswax for protective, healing finish
Other Creative Uses
Explore beyond soap with organic refined shea butter Australia — ideal for natural wellness and baby care.
- Baby Balm: 70% base for hypoallergenic diaper cream
- Hair Mask: 50% with sodium lactate for frizz control and shine
- Cuticle Cream: 60% with vitamin E for nail repair
Frequently Asked Questions About Organic Refined Shea Butter ▼
Q: Is refined shea butter safe for soap making and sensitive skin in Australia?
A: Yes — 100% organic, African origin, odourless, TGA-compliant, hypoallergenic, ideal for baby and eczema formulas.
Q: How does refined shea differ from unrefined?
A: Refined = neutral scent/colour, smoother blend; unrefined has nutty aroma and yellow tint. Refined preferred in white/creamy soaps.
Q: Which organisation certifies the organic status of the product?
A: aco.net.au
Q: What’s the best usage rate in cold process soap?
A: Use 5–20% of oils (SAP ~0.128 NaOH). Add to oils at 38–43°C. Boosts creaminess, hardness and skin feel.
Q: Can it be used in hot process or melt & pour?
A: Yes — 5–15% in HP for conditioning; 1-3% in M&P for moisturising, opaque bars.
Q: Does it ship across Australia?
A: Yes — delivery Australia wide in 1kg/5kg/25kg.
Q: What makes your shea butter unique?
A: Certified organic, Ghana-sourced, finely refined — ivory white, silky texture, high stearic/oleic balance for stability.
Q: How to store in humid or hot Aussie climates?
A: Store below 30°C, sealed — solid year-round. In QLD/NT, keep in cool cupboard; 2–3 year shelf life.
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