How to mask shea butter smell

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Shea butter is a star among natural skin care products. It moisturizes, heals eczema, and doesn’t clog pores. However, not everyone enjoys its earthy smell. Because it’s a natural product, not every batch will smell the same. Smell your shea butter to make sure it hasn’t spoiled.

  • Shea butter should smell nutty and earthy, sometimes with a hint of chocolate.
  • If it smells like vinegar or rotten food, throw it out. It’s spoiled and can’t be fixed.
  • If it has a strong smoky smell, try melting it over low heat, and then keeping it in the refrigerator for 24 hours.

 

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If you want to add fragrance oils to raw shea butter, make sure everything you use is very clean. This will prevent your shea butter from spoiling. When you add oils:

  • Make sure you use airtight containers. Glass and plastic are both fine.
  • Fill the jar with shea butter before using oils.
  • Mix oils together before adding them.
  • Use a dropper to place oil in the center of the jar; then mix. That way, oils won’t get stuck on the side of the jar.
  • Give your shea butter time to rest and solidify before you use it.

Finally, store your shea butter in a cool, dry place. Ideally, it should be less than 75 degrees. Like all natural oils, shea butter can spoil. It will last longer if you store it properly.

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