0 Tips For Making Whipped Shea Butter

I get so many questions about making homemade whipped shea butter for the hair and body that I figure I should  make a post with the answers. Making your own shea butter mix is a easy once you get the hang of how butters and oils work. 

Shea Avocado Butter 

Where can I get ingredients for my mix?
Internet:
Brambleberry
Wholesale Supplies Plus
DIY Hair Care Products
Etsy
Elements Bath and Body
Locally:
WholeFoods
EarthFare
The Vitamin Shoppe
Wal-Mart


How do you get the grit out of your shea butter?
Melt the shea butter down. You can use a double boiler (if you don't have one, just make sure to watch it on the stove and keep it on LOW) or a microwave. Once the shea butter is melted completely, place in a container and place the oil in the freezer for about 30-45 mins. or until hard again. Should be a smooth consistency when you take it out and free of grit.


How do you keep your whipped mix from getting hard?
If your mix goes back to being hard, you need to re-whip it. If you don't let the shea butter harden all the way when you place it in the freezer after melting it before you whip it, then it will harden up all the way and you will have to re-whip it. 


My mix keeps coming out greasy, why is that?
You may need to cut back on the amount of oils you're using or you may need to change the oils your using. Some oils are heavier than others and you don't want to use too much of those oils. You can also add cornstarch to your mix to cut the greasiness. Adding a bit more shea butter will also help balance out the mix.


My whipped shea butter melted, is it ruined?
No, just place it in the freezer or refrigerate until hard and re-whip the mix if you want to. 


I don't like shea butter can I use something else?
Yes, you can use kokum, mango, illipe, avocado, almond and some places even sell coffee butter. Just remember not all butters are the same, some are heavier than others and some may be better for the skin than the hair so read the descriptions and reviews carefully.


Do I need a preservative?
No. If you don't add water or another perishable ingredient, you won't need to add a preservative. If you add aloe vera, make sure it is preserved already. Whipped shea butters can last up to 12-24 months.


Can I use my mix for my hair and skin?
Yes, you can use it anywhere.


What do I have to do to sell my shea butter mix?
Test it and get reviews from family.


These are the questions I get the most and I hope I answered some of the questions you may have had as well.


Thanks for reading!
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I hope these brighten your day, they made me laugh so hard! I showed "Sh!t NaturalsSay" to my husband and he was cracking up because he has heard me say almost everything she said! Especially, when she said she was on the hair forums and watching YouTubes!

0 How To Wash Natural Hair To Prevent Tangles

I was browsing CurlyNikki.com and found this article by Shelli of Hairscapades talking about her hair routine and how she has incorporated twists.

"I’ve never had a problem with my hair re-tangling after a detangling session. So, when I initially read about the technique of twisting for washing, conditioning and deep conditioning, I didn’t think it was necessary or relevant for my curl pattern/texture. However, several months ago, I started to twist my hair into four sections after applying a DC. Then, when I started pre-pooing and dry finger detangling, I started to twist my hair as I applied my pre-poo of choice (coconut or Vatika oil at the time). Next, I started to twist my hair after I co-washed and detangled each section. Now, I use twists throughout my wash day routines. The reason I’ve done so is because I’ve found that the twists seem to prep my hair to retain TnC and twist out sets. I have about 4 different textures on my head (who doesn’t, right?) and this process of setting the twists seems to create a “memory” for my hair to follow that wave pattern. However, I believe my TnC and twist-out sets have greatly improved in consistency of pattern, definition and hold from using twists throughout my wash session."


Do you wash in twists? (Question asked on CurlyNikki)


Yes, I do. I detangle and twist each section after the tangles are all out. I shampoo & condition with the twists and then moisturize and re-twist each section to style my hair or airdry. 


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0 Myth Busters- Are Eggs Really Beneficial To Hair Care?

Content from Hairlicious.com:
In the world of all things hair, there seems to be a huge discrepancy where eggs are concerned. Those who experience dry damaged hair, tend to look for a way out, the natural remedy of using eggs normally comes to mind.

Eggs are commonly known to strengthen the hair, stop breakage, make the soft, shiny and thick! First hand, many of us have experienced these benefits while at the same time, some have not. Some state that egg does nothing for their hair, it just coats their strands and never stops the breakage, in comparison to store bought conditioners. At the same one, one must remember that everyone's hair is different!

Throughout my journey, I've come across information which allows me to believe that there are 2 distinct sides to this whole matter. Here are the most common arguments for and against egg as a treatment for hair:

Arguments For Egg:

- Contains a lot of protein and conditions the hair
- Strengthens the hair
- Increases thickness
- It's natural
- Rich in Vitamin A, D and E (vitamin A helps in the production of sebum which works to cure dandruff, vitamin E helps increase the absorption of oxygen and vitamin D helps promote hair growth)
- The yolk makes the hair glossy/shiny

Arguments Against Egg:

- It's meant to go in us, not on us.
- Doesn't contain hydrolyzed or quanternized proteins (small enough to penetrate hair, less than 2500MW).
- Egg protein molecules are too large to repair/change/penetrate the hair.
- Doesn't change the condition of the hair - just coats the hair strand.
- natural/unprocessed proteins have a negative charge, hair has a negative charge as well, therefore there's no natural attraction to adhere to the hair.
- No lasting effect.

Is the source of the protein not as important as the size of the protein particle and its ability to enter and remain inside the hair shaft?

What side are you on?
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I'm on the  "nawl man" side of the egg debate. It doesn't penetrate and it just coats the hair? I'd rather eat the egg and save the mess for breakfast. How about you? Yay or nay on the eggs? 


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0 5 Must Have Ingredients Your Need In Your Hair Conditioner

What are conditioners?


Hair conditioners are applied after shampooing to restore moisture and protein back into the hair shaft. Although, unless a conditioner contains small enough compounds or humectants, very little of it will actually enter into the hair shaft. This is why it is important to read the labels on your conditioner to make sure your not just washing money down the drain. 


Top ingredients to looks for in a conditioner are:


1. Water- Nothing moisturizes like water. 


2. Humectants- These help draw water into the hair shaft.


3. Oils- If your conditioner contains oils, it's best to make sure they can actually penetrate the hair shaft. Coconut oil, avocado oil and olive oil are the only oils known to penetrate the hair shaft. 


4. Small Compounds- This is why it's important to look up certain ingredients. Some ingredients are too large to enter into the hair shaft and are better suited for leave-in conditioners. Some small comounds: cetrimonium bromide and panthothenic acid. SOURCE


5. Fatty Alcohols- Alcohol? Yes, some alcohols are actually very moisturizing. Some are: Lauryl alcohol, Cetyl alcohol, Myristyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Cetearyl alcohol and Behenyl alcohol  SOURCE


Make sure ingredients such as jojoba oil, shea butter, and other sealants are low on the ingredient list. These will likely be rinsed down the drain with very little staying on your hair. 


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