COCOA BUTTER

BODY BUTTER COCOA

Handmade hydration, from nature to you.

At Nairobi Skincare, we believe that caring for your skin should feel like a treat. Especially if your skin is sensitive, dry, or easily irritated. That’s why we use raw, unrefined cocoa butter (also known as cacao butter) in our handmade products. This rich, velvety ingredient is a true skin savior, packed with natural antioxidants and deeply moisturizing fatty acids that help soothe, protect, and restore the skin barrier.

What makes cocoa butter so special? It melts effortlessly into the skin, delivering intense hydration without clogging pores or causing irritation. And the scent? Think soft, warm chocolate, naturally sweet and comforting, without the need for artificial fragrance.

If your skin tends to react to harsh ingredients or you simply want to nourish it with something gentle and pure, cocoa butter is your go-to ingredient. We love it for its simplicity, purity, and the beautiful glow it gives even to the most sensitive skin types.

Cocoa butter feels like a hug for your skin. And yes… it smells like chocolate. 

BODY BUTTER COCOA

What is cocoa butter / cacao butter exactly?

Cocoa butter also known as Theobroma cacao butter is a rich, plant-based fat extracted from cocoa beans. While most people know it as the ingredient that gives chocolate its creamy texture, cocoa butter is also one of the most deeply nourishing and skin-loving ingredients you can find in natural skincare.

We use raw, unrefined cocoa butter in our products for its unmatched ability to hydrate and protect the skin. Our cocoa body butter is the ultimate solution for anyone struggling with dehydrated, flaky, or itchy skin. It forms a protective barrier on the skin’s surface that immediately reduces moisture loss, while replenishing essential lipids that keep the skin soft, smooth, and resilient.

Cocoa butter is especially powerful because of its high content of fatty acids and antioxidants like vitamin E, which support skin elasticity, soothe irritation, and promote overall skin health. It helps restore and strengthen the natural skin barrier, making it ideal for people with sensitive, dry, or reactive skin types.

Unlike many lotions that offer temporary relief, cocoa butter has a long-lasting effect. Even the driest areas like heels, elbows, knees, and hands stay soft and moisturized for hours after application. The texture is luxuriously thick, but melts beautifully on contact with your skin, absorbing gradually and leaving behind a smooth, velvety feel.

And let’s not forget the naturally sweet, chocolatey scent subtle, comforting, and completely free from artificial fragrance.

So, what is cocoa butter? It’s nature’s answer to thirsty skin. Rich, gentle, effective, and beautifully simple. Once you try it, you’ll wonder how your skin ever lived without it.

DID YOU KNOW?

Our cocoa butter comes from Ghana, raw and unprocessed. We purchase it at a fair price, hoping to contribute to improving living conditions there.

Skincare Benefits of Cocoa Butter

  • Rich in healthy fats, especially oleic acid (also found in olive oil), which deeply nourishes dry and damaged skin.
  • Packed with natural antioxidants like polyphenols and vitamin E, helping to protect skin from premature aging.
  • Stearic acid supports the skin barrier, helping to retain moisture and improve skin elasticity.
  • Naturally rich in magnesium, which can soothe irritated skin and promote a calm, balanced complexion.
  • Long-lasting hydration, thanks to its dense, buttery texture that locks in moisture without clogging pores.
  • Contains choline, known to support skin cell regeneration and overall skin health.
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BODY BUTTER PLAIN JANE

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HOW TO USE OUR BODY BUTTER PLAIN JANE

  • STEP 1

    Scoop out a small amount

  • STEP 2

    Gently massage it from head to toe, focusing on dry areas

  • STEP 3

    Enjoy the luxurious hydration and softness

  • STEP 4

    Repeat as needed, preferably after showering or bathing for best results

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THE SCENT OF COCOA BUTTER

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Cocoa Butter and Skincare: Natural and Effective

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Cocoa butter is globally renowned for its hydrating, protective, and soothing effects on the skin. Its high concentration of fatty acids creates a protective barrier that prevents moisture loss and keeps the skin soft and supple.
It’s suitable for all skin types, but especially ideal for dry, mature, or sensitive skin. The natural antioxidants in cocoa butter may help slow signs of aging, reduce the appearance of small scars, stretch marks, and wrinkles, and support the repair of damaged skin.
We use it in our lip balm and body butters. Cocoa butter may also help relieve eczema and itching.

FAQ about Cocoa butter

How is cocoa butter made?

Cocoa butter is produced by fermenting, drying, roasting, and pressing cocoa beans.

Is cocoa butter good for your skin?

Yes, it hydrates, protects, and supports the repair of dry or damaged skin.

Why is cocoa butter expensive?

Due to the scarcity of cocoa beans and high demand from both the food and cosmetics industries, the price is relatively high.