Escentia Cocoa Butter Unrefined 500g
Unrefined cocoa butter for deep skin nourishment, natural skincare formulations, and plant-based cooking.
R412.00
Escentia Unrefined Cocoa Butter is a rich, natural butter extracted from roasted cocoa beans of Theobroma cacao. Indigenous cultures in South America have used cocoa butter for centuries, not only as a nourishing food but also as a skin-conditioning remedy. Today, it remains a staple ingredient in natural skincare, while also serving as a versatile fat for cooking, baking, and vegan recipes.
Firstly, unrefined cocoa butter deeply nourishes and protects the skin. Its dense texture helps lock in moisture, making it ideal for dry, sensitive, or compromised skin. In addition, its natural cocoa aroma adds a comforting, indulgent sensory experience to body butters, balms, and creams.
Furthermore, cocoa butter offers nutritional value when used in food preparation. It contains healthy fats and naturally occurring antioxidants. As a result, it supports balanced energy intake and works well in dairy-free, plant-based cooking.
Finally, because this cocoa butter remains unrefined, it retains more of its naturally occurring compounds. Therefore, it is especially valued by formulators and home users who prefer minimally processed ingredients.
Key Benefits
Deeply moisturises and softens dry skin
Helps protect the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss
Rich in antioxidants and beneficial fatty acids
Contains trace minerals such as copper, magnesium, and manganese
Suitable for skincare, cooking, baking, and vegan recipes
How to Use
Melt gently and apply directly to skin as a moisturiser.
Use as a base for body butters, balms, and lip care products.
Incorporate into cooking, baking, or plant-based recipes as needed.
Ingredients
Pure cocoa butter (Theobroma cacao), unrefined
Texture & Aroma
Solid at room temperature
Melts at body temperature
Naturally rich cocoa aroma
Pack Size
500 g
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Did You Know?
Cocoa butter naturally contains antioxidants and healthy fats. Additionally, it provides trace minerals that may support immune health, mood balance, appetite control, and overall wellbeing when used as part of a balanced lifestyle.
Caution
For external or culinary use only.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat.
If sensitive skin is a concern, perform a patch test before topical use.
