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Shea, mango, cocoa and avocado butters

4 butters, one 50 g size, for skin and hair.

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How to choose your butter

  1. 01

    By skin type

    For very dry skin and rough areas such as elbows and heels, shea is the richest. Avocado butter, soft and supple, suits normal skin and hair. Mango, light and almost odourless, works for the face and combination skin. Firm cocoa butter is best kept for the body.

  2. 02

    Melting point in the Mauritian heat

    Above roughly 30 °C, shea, mango and avocado butters soften or even melt: perfectly normal for a raw butter. Firmer cocoa butter holds up better. Store your jars in the shade; a butter that melts and sets again may turn grainy without losing its qualities.

  3. 03

    On hair, without weighing it down

    Take a hazelnut-sized amount, melt it between your palms and smooth it over damp lengths and ends, never the roots. In the LOC method, butter comes last to seal in moisture. On fine hair, the lightest touch is enough.

Frequently asked questions

My butter arrived melted or grainy. Is that normal?

Yes. Raw butters react to heat: above roughly 30 °C they soften or melt, then set again once cool, sometimes with small grains. Their qualities stay the same. For a smooth texture, gently melt the butter in a bain-marie, then put the jar in the fridge for 20 minutes.

Which butter is best for curly or coily hair?

Shea is the most nourishing, ideal for thick, very dry coily hair. Avocado butter, softer, suits finer curls that are easily weighed down. Apply it as the last step on damp hair, after aloe vera gel and an oil: that is the LOC method.

Can I use a butter on my face?

Yes, in small amounts. Light mango butter is the best suited to the face. Shea works for dry skin, preferably in the evening. Richer cocoa butter is best kept for the body if your skin is prone to blemishes. Patch test on the inside of your elbow 24 to 48 hours before first use.

Can I mix a butter with an oil?

Yes, it is the simplest way to get a softer texture. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a bain-marie, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil (jojoba, argan or avocado), then whisk as it cools for a light, airy finish. Store the blend in a clean, closed jar away from heat.

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