Cocoa butter

Cocoa has always been a very popular ingredient, and dates back to Mayan and Aztec civilizations around 3,000 years ago. Whilst primarily being used for medicinal purposes, in more recent years cocoa products have also proven themselves to be invaluable for other reasons. And no, we’re not just talking about chocolate (although it is delicious).

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4 INTERESTING COCOA-LICIOUS FACTS

Cocoa butter is a main ingredient in most types of edible chocolate.
Thanks to its high antioxidant content, cocoa butter has a very long shelf life.
Although used in sunscreens as a moisturiser, cocoa butter itself offers no protection against UV rays.
The texture of cocoa butter makes it ideal for using to thicken lipsticks and soaps.

THE HISTORY OF COCOA BUTTER

Cocoa butter is extracted from cocoa beans, which are grown primarily in the rainforests of South and Central America. Cocoa beans have been grown for thousands of years and were extremely cherished among ancient populations such as the Mayans and the Aztecs. 1828 was the first time a process was invented for extracting cocoa butter – twenty years before the first bar of chocolate came along!
The process involves fermenting the cocoa beans and then roasting them. At this point the cocoa butter can be separated to leave the solid part of the bean, which will later be used to make cocoa powder.

COCOA BUTTER LOTION

WHAT ARE THE COCOA BUTTER BENEFITS WHEN USING IT IN LOTION?

Many of the cocoa butter benefits can be traced back to phytochemicals – the natural plant compounds which help keep both your body and skin protected and healthy. There are also many fantastic nourishing qualities to cocoa butter, which make it an ideal addition to your daily skincare routine:

1. Rich moisturiser

Cocoa butter contains a high level of essential fatty acids and vitamins, helping your skin stay hydrated and rejuvenated by locking in moisture. They also help form a protective layer on the skin, which can help maintain the skin’s elasticity and tone whilst also preventing the skin from becoming too dry.

2. Contains natural antioxidants

Cocoa butter is packed with antioxidants, making it the perfect barrier against any free radicals that may damage your skin – such as dark patches and premature skin aging. Some of these antioxidants (called polyphenols) are also known to reduce inflammation and protect the skin from sun damage. Win win!

3. Kind to sensitive skin

Cocoa butter for skin is gentle on the touch, making it great for soothing burns, rashes or damaged skin. It is also often used to relieve sensitive skin if you’re suffering from eczema, dermatitis or psoriasis, because of its non-irritable qualities.

4. Reduces stretch marks

Many women claim cocoa butter helps to minimise and prevent the visibility of stretch marks, particularly during and after pregnancy. Although many women use cocoa butter for skin care, it isn’t a miracle ingredient for stretch marks and might help to minimise them but also might not.

HOW DO I USE COCOA BUTTER LOTION?

Because cocoa butter has a melting point similar to body temperature, it provides a velvety, creamy texture when applied as lotion.

GET THE BEST RESULTS WHEN USING COCOA BUTTER

Apply a generous amount of cocoa butter lotion to your body post shower and massage it in circles until the lotion is all rubbed in. Once dry, your skin will be left feeling moisturised, hydrated and revived. What could be better, or even simpler!

For facial scars, cocoa butter can help by keeping the skin moisturised and supple and is best applied through a routine massage 2-3 times a day.

A quick note:
Cocoa butter is completely safe to use (unless you’re allergic to the cocoa plant), however in some cases it can be known to clog pores for those with more oily and acne-prone skin types. If you’re looking for some further guidance, why not tell us more about your skin type and we can help you find the best skincare routine.

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