Unrefined shea butter is smooth to the skin which makes it excellent for face, hand and body care products. Other suggested uses include lip balms, soaps, body butters, ointments, after sun care and bath products.

     Color-                          Cream with Yellow Hint                               
     Odor-                          Characteristic
     Melting Point-              32 -45 degrees C
     Free Fatty Acids-         <3.5%
     Peroxide Value-
     Unsaponifiables-          >6%
     Water Content-            <0.2%
     Insoluable Impurities-    <1%
     Acid Value-                  6.0 max. MgKOH/g
     Saponification Value-    170-185 mgKOH/g