How to Whip Shea Butter

By Del Sandeen, About.com Guide

This is a variation of the double-boiler method (perfect for those of us who don't own double-boilers!). Place a small amount of water in a pot and boil it. Once it's boiling, remove from heat and place the bowl of shea butter over the pot. It will melt very quickly, which is why you need to remove the pot from the heat. Instead of placing over hot water, you can also microwave shea butter in a microwave-safe bowl, but you may lose some of the nutrients this way.

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• Make Shea Butter Easier to Apply
• Shea Butter in its Natural State
• Place Bowl Over Pot
• Add Coconut Oil
• Mixed Shea Butter and Coconut Oil
• Begin Mixing
• Consistency at 5 Minutes
• Consistency at 10 Minutes
• Completed Mixture

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