The Benefits of Cocoa Butter

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What is cocoa butter?

Cocoa butter is a natural edible vegetable fat extracted from the cocoa bean, it is used to make chocolate as well as some ointments, toiletries, and pharmaceuticals. This butter has a cocoa flavor and aroma it also has a melting point just below the human body temperature. It is one of the most stable fats known, containing natural antioxidants that prevent it from going rancid and gives it a storage life of two to five years. Cocoa butter is also known to be a popular home remedy that people use to promote healthy and glowing skin. It has many skin health benefits which make it one of the most popular butters to use in cosmetic formulations next to Shea butter.

 People have used cocoa butter for its health benefits for hundreds of years and it is suggested that cocoa butter can improve the skin with its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. With it being the common active ingredient in lotions, creams, and lip balms you will see how beneficial this butter is for the skin. Cocoa butter is a very versatile butter that can be used in cosmetic formulations and cooking formulations making it the top choice of butter for most consumers.

What are the benefits of using Cocoa Butter?

There are many benefits to using cocoa butter it contains several antioxidants called polyphenols, which are a group of plant-derived chemicals with a range of potential health benefits. These polyphenols may have benefits that are good for skin health, such as reducing inflammation and protecting the skin from sun damage. These benefits can be found primarily in the powder of the cocoa butter. Some studies suggest that cocoa polyphenols improved skin elasticity and skin aging suggesting that cocoa butter may have been the reason to enhance these effects. Here is a list of benefits that cocoa butter has been known to provide for the skin. With the skin being the largest organ, it is important to ensure that you are using products that contain ingredients that will promote skin health.

Benefits:

  • It provides moisturizing benefits to relieve dry skin.
  • Help prevent stretch marks
  • Contains nutrients that help promote skin health
  • Contains Vitamins E and K
  • Safe for all skin types and conditions

When choosing the correct skincare product, you want to always have a regular and proper skincare routine. I cannot tell you how important it is to keep the skin moisturized and hydrated daily. Most people skip this process due to the fact they don’t think it is necessary or they cannot find products that can help keep their skin moisturized for a long period. Using skincare products that are naturally created will give your skin the hydration and health benefits that you need. Again, it’s so important to protect the skin because your skin is designed to protect you! If you are looking for natural skin food, you can shop for our conscious collection of skincare products. We create more than just skincare we create food for the skin!

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