For centuries, shea and cocoa butters have been treasured for their rich, skin-loving benefits. Cleopatra, Nefertiti, and the Queen of Sheba are said to have included shea butter in their beauty regimens, favoring its ability to keep skin supple, smooth, and youthful. Cocoa butter, too, has a history rooted in care and ceremony—used by the Maya and Aztecs for everything from sacred rituals to skin nourishment. From ancient royalty to modern rituals, these two butters have stood the test of time.
So what makes them so special? For starters, they’re both packed with vitamins and essential fatty acids that your skin craves. Shea butter is high in vitamins A, E, and F and is known to support collagen production and calm irritation. Cocoa butter is rich in antioxidants, helping to fight free radicals while deeply moisturizing and protecting the skin’s natural barrier. Together, they work beautifully to improve skin tone, texture, and long-term hydration.
One of the reasons we love these ingredients so much is how well they absorb. Unlike petroleum-based products that simply coat the skin, shea and cocoa butter actually soak in—delivering moisture below the surface and supporting the skin barrier from within. They’re excellent for dry or damaged skin, stretch marks, and even mild irritation or inflammation. Whether you're looking to recover from a bit too much sun or soothe winter-worn hands, these butters offer real, lasting nourishment.
We use only raw, unrefined versions of both—meaning they haven’t been stripped of their natural nutrients or deodorized to remove their distinctive scent. That means you get all the good stuff: the creamy texture, the warm, earthy aroma, and the rich profile of vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids your skin needs.
Our shea butter is also fair-trade, supporting the women-led cooperatives in West Africa that have passed down this craft for generations. These partnerships help preserve traditional harvesting methods while providing economic empowerment and sustainable sourcing—something we’re proud to support.
You’ll find these two ingredients throughout our collection: in our seasonal Body Butters, year-round Body Cream, our rich Hand Salve, Beard Balm and Butter, Magnesium Creams, Eye Cream, and more. They’re staples in our formulas for a reason: they deliver results you can feel.
Whether you’re caring for dry skin, looking to support skin health over time, or simply love the luxurious feel of plant-based butters, shea and cocoa are timeless essentials that have earned their place in daily care. And once you try them in their pure, unrefined form, you’ll understand why we keep reaching for them again and again.