SHEA BUTTER FOR SKIN & HAIR| DR DRAY

[@denfolo5224]

Hi from Guinea (West Africa). This is the single most important oil in our country. We have other types of kernel oils, but nothing beats raw Shea butter. While I was living outside of Africa, I would purchase brand name moisturisers with Shea butter. Since I returned home, I quit doing so. You would too, I am sure, if you could purchase an entire kilogram (or 2.2 lb) of raw Shea butter for just 35.000 guinean national francs (or around 4 USD, current exchange rate). A few uses of raw Shea butter: Cosmetic use -In our country, from birth to toddler age, almost every baby skin is pampered with Shea butter. Then, the mother kinda gets fancy and look for scented moisturisers. -I use Shea butter from the neck below every day, right after the shower. I scoop a small quantity of shea butter from my stock and put it in a small plastic bowl. Then, I put some hot water in another bigger bowl and let my small plastic bowl float in the hot water for a few minutes. The butter melts quickly. Then, I slap it on my body while I am still wet. This way, it glides easily on the skin and it doesn't feel as sticky as it would feel if you used in its solid state. Results= supple and toned skin + really nice compliments on your skin. - Dr Dray is right, it noticeably softens the hands. I wash or wet my hands prior to going to bed and then, I rub Shea butter on them, while wet. - I am oily and acne prone, so I am weary of oil on my face. I have not tried Shea butter on it. But both my mother and grandma do, they have dry skin. You can see the butter's polishing effect on their faces. - I use raw Shea butter on my hair too for manageable hair. Not everyday. I feel as though, my skin absorbs the butter much quicker than my scalp, maybe I simply produce too much scalp sebum . -I don't use Shea butter on my lips. It does work to soften the lips, but I have come to realize that good old Vaseline is #1 there. So I don't bother with Shea butter. - Shea butter really toned down my KP on my elbows and above the kneecap (90% visible improvement). But it simply isn't as effective on my buttocks area (50% visible improvement) - I know women who have used Shea butter during their pregnancy to prevent stretch marks. Yet, some did develop stretch marks anyway, so I cannot attest to the validity of the rationale in this case. Perhaps, frequency of use and other variables are important to observe. Traditional health: -We use Shea butter to massage swollen body parts. -During the Harmattan season, in some parts of Guinea where dry winds can literally harden and crack our feet, Shea butter is the only oil we use to avoid extremely dry skin. -Due to its occlusivity, when someone gets tiny wounds (think for example, when you remove a splinter from one finger), for a couple of days, we smear the Shea butter on the wounded finger prior to showering. We do this to lower the risk of water infiltrating in the skin to cause an infection and to avoid a ridiculously painful finger that the MD would have to incise. If the smell of raw shea butter bothers you, use a small amount of your perfume as you normally would and voila.

[@marylawman8603]

This was so interesting. Thanks so much for sharing and have a great day! 😊

[@sable7114]

Thanks for this information about the many great uses of Shea Butter in Guinea.

[@ccMomOfJays]

Oh my goodness I wish I could buy some!

[@ellenz956]

Thank you!

[@noworriesbeachbum2319]

Thank your for such an interesting post! 🌺🌸🌼

[@twothirdsmore]

Just as a side note, I really appreciate the specificity: "...sub Saharan Africa..." and "...some African populations..." All too often, I hear people use the word "African" in such a broad and vague way, and it's very disrespectful to the fact that it's a continent with different ethnic groups and hell, even geographic diversity. Thank you for always speaking so mindfully.

[@ivabikic1889]

SS GG sadly people also call something asian, european, american when they should be more specific

[@rosemary.-6576]

peace love yeah :(

[@todo870]

Would be nice if the laws weren't barbaric in most of Africa.

[@beautebete1854]

@@todo870 Barbaric?! You realise there at 54 countries in Africa all with their own different laws. This comment 1. Has nothing to do with the topic at hand 2. Very ignorant, reductive and offensive.

[@deadhole5743]

No you guys are reaching SHE SAID SHE DIDN'T KNOW MUCH TWICE!!

[@hadizaisah3865]

Here's a tip; melt in a double boiler, cool and whip - makes it super soft. (I'm Nigerian)

[@oddlilbird]

Thank you for the tip! Do you wear it under makeup? Or, do you wear sunscreen under or on top of the Shea butter? Thank you😊

[@mae790]

@abetweene has a great tutorial on this method

[@PeaceNinja007]

Here’s another tip: Scoop some into a small glass bottle and seal it. It keeps it nice & soft. (I’m Hispanic)

[@dorothy5909]

How long does the shea butter last and where do you store it?

[@tasha9650]

@@dorothy5909 literally it lasts forever... I get a tube & have it a yr & you just store in a dry place, under the cabinet or wherever.

[@Hands-Rated-E-for-Every1]

Every time you say "well hey, guuuys" my husband says "well hey, dr draaay". 😄

[@suzanne4396]

That's too funny....lol

[@goodolgoldy1976]

I watch so much Dr D ... my hubs asked if she lives with us now? 😄

[@lg8159]

Sooo funny

[@JuanitaMD4ever]

mine too

[@babymae2222]

Awww :) lol

[@nicoletteolokpa6439]

Been using Shea butter for 5 years and I can say it has made my skin very soft over the years, I have very dry skin. Recently added glycerin in a small portion as a face butter and put it on my face while it’s still damp and keeps my face great all day!

[@drakulaki1380]

My lips puffed up once coz of an insect bite and when it subsided I was left with a deep, almost blue scar that looked like an ink stain. For two years the scar didn't reduce in intensity and people pointed all the time to me about having an 'ink stain' on my lips. Then I got some raw shea Butter to apply as a night lip balm because my lips were getting dry. In about 3 months I could see the scar slightly fading and in 6 months it was 70% gone. After about a year the scar was 95% gone. This made me a shea butter fan for ever!

[@Noname-177]

Where did you get the Shea butter from?

[@anchuzaazuera761]

I apply raw shea butter on my face every single night in the winter. My skin is dry and acne prone, Shea butter is one of the few things that doesn't break me out no matter how much I apply ☺. I've been keeping this routine for 2 months now and my pimples shrinked considerably, also my skin is sooo hydrated. It's especially helpful after using a Salicilyc acid facewash. Really, I love Shea butter and I'm happy you're talking about it ☺️

[@palakush7650]

did she eventually say shea butter is effective and Okay to be used on the face?

[@cortneyadams6568]

@@palakush7650 yes it is non comedogenic so it won’t clog your pores. I recommend using unrefined (raw) Shea butter putting just enough but not too much on your face at night. I usually melt some and mix it with cerave moisturizer it’s help a lot with my acne and dark spots.

[@Jmwamuchemi]

@@cortneyadams6568 wow thanks, I was afraid cos I thought it might clog my pores

[@prachikalra4255]

Which company Shea butter do u use?

[@mostepicscenes199]

I use a lot but my face still dry but i still use it bc it is anti polutions and anti oxidants and dirts never break me out anymore , i think it did not give me enough moisture bc i use pure shea butter that still rich of vitamin A bc it helped me in wrinkles too ، can u give me an good oil to mix it with it so i can have good moisture

[@roubaissa6996]

Never ever would have thought to use raw shea butter on its own. I'm glad that people asked you questions on it.

[@lisagregory9011]

Raw shea butter has eliminated my eczema.

[@marythr2617]

Lisa Gregory same here. When i get a patch I smear this after washing the area (right before I go to sleep). It works and is quite affordable and mild. :) if u look closely at the best moisturizers you will usually find shea butter in the ingredients.

[@skateata1]

So glad it helped you!

[@terryfischer1070]

I have been using CeraVe products for 7 years. I have sensitive acne prone skin and these are wonderful for me. Love that they are fragrance free!

[@judithgerwarth3492]

Let me tell you that raw Shea butter beats Cera Ve 100 percent. ☺️

[@annamartinsen1058]

The best way to put shea butter on ur skin is rubbing the amount u need with ur hands and fingers and tap it on ur face or body, tap it all over ur skin, then u just slightly smooth it out. This helps to not rub ur skin so hard with it.

[@jennh3619]

I use and love shea butter. There's a slightly refined version that is a little creamier. If I have the less refined shea butter, I melt it in a double boiler, let it cool a bit, and then whip it using the whisk attachment on my hand mixer. It's extra effort, but it makes a really lovely whipped body butter. Sometimes I'll add just a bit of grapeseed, jojoba, or rosehip oil to help make it a bit more creamy.

[@SmoshLover3]

Would you ever consider doing a personal Q&A? My dream is to become a dermatologist & I would love to hear your journey to medical school! 😊

[@vickytime3855]

That would be fun. Or even let us submit questions on Twitter or IG. 😊

[@maderaverdes]

Love this idea!

[@natasha_wright]

Yes!

[@misskahp3660]

I agree from Canada please let us kno and what’s your daily routine? From wake up till bed time that would also be a great one !

[@kayleedriaza8130]

me too!

[@moo_jessye]

I’m an esthetician and I’ve used raw Shea butter on my skin for years. It’s absolutely amazing and it’s totally worth recommending to clients. Not all skincare needs to be professional. It all comes down to your knowledge of ingredients. I would recommend using a water based moisturizer and ending your nighttime routine by pressing it into the skin. I wouldn’t recommend it as a daytime moisturizer because it can be too heavy. I recommend using a double boiler to melt down the butter because it can be grainy.

[@Ash-oh6nh]

My skin isn’t sensitive at all. I wash my face, leave it wet and press the Shea butter into my skin. Is this ok to do nightly?

[@moo_jessye]

Ashton Alexis I would recommend drying your face first. If you have any water based or oil based serums I would apply those before the Shea butter and before your moisturizer. Making the Shea butter the last of your routine. 🙂

[@emmaharaldssonvo19l43]

I know that shea butter softens the skin and helps the barrier, But does it moisturize the skin?

[@xxamazingfruitsssxx]

what brand of shea butter do you use please

[@thevioletrevolution]

Bubble and bee have a whipped shea butter that’s mixed with rosehip seed oil and it’s so silky and luxurious. One of my favs!

[@marylawman8603]

I never thought of using Shea butter on my hair. My ends are very dry and brittle. Will have to try it. Thanks so much, Dr Dray! Have a wonderful evening!! 😃

[@connie8356]

I buy raw Shea butter and whip it in my Kitchenaid mixer. I don’t like paying for air. 🙃

[@pierremamoucheka988]

Loll

[@pilotjones9866]

wait so all you do it whip it on high speed? Gotta try that

[@PeaceNinja007]

I whip it with my belt

[@Mimi-jg4xy]

Do u think I could use a nutribullet 💀💀

[@racheal3538]

@@Mimi-jg4xy no LOL

[@judytamoongoddess]

I bought Cerave PM night cream (£17), gave me an irritation and a painful spots... now using raw shea butter ($5) on my face every night... gives me glowing clear soft skin :) I have tried so many creams, most of them irritate me, nothing compares to raw shea butter for me.

[@brianarios1866]

what shea butter do you use?

[@gingerbiss7819]

Bothers me too -- it's the Glycerol Stearate SE.

[@kibeche6112]

Is your skin oily,,

[@judytamoongoddess]

​@@brianarios1866regular raw shea butter

[@judytamoongoddess]

​@@kibeche6112yes I have naturally oily acne prone skin

[@beawylie7302]

I use Shea butter mixed with chia seed oil as a moisturizer:) just takes rubbing it in your hands before applying. I use it to remove makeup and oil cleanse as well

[@jannier9766]

Thank you for more great information, Dr. Dray. I appreciate that you are genuine- you share your hard earned knowledge, you share your lifestyle and make clear that your lifestyle choices simply serve you and you are not promoting specific way but, just being you. I adore your channel and the "Dr. Dray fans/followers" we see here. It is informative, respectful, good clean humor, kind and fun. These attributes can be difficult to find on social media.

[@helenmorgan2587]

@Jannie B I couldn't agree more! I always watch her daily video, and am always looking to see when it's 4pm here in the UK, which is when the video seems to appear. I am learning so much, and putting it into practice now too. :)

[@DrDrayzday]

:)

[@dreamlovermimi9458]

I started using Shea Butter ( raw Yellow African Ashanti Shea butter) before Covid, changed my eczema forever! The smell is nutty, earthy, when melted is amber yellow, rich , thick, when whipped its much easier to spread on scalp and skin hair. Only problem with shea butter is its very thick to use along with water ( after shampoo and showering) whipped shea butter is better for than since its softer, melts easier and is less thick

[@sherryreis5888]

So happy you did a Shea Butter video. I healed my cracked heals using this recipe: 1/2 C Shea Butter, 1/4 C coconut oil, 1/4 C almond oil. Melt Shea Butter + coconut oil over low heat. Cool and add almond oil. Put in fridge until almost solid then whip with handheld mixer until body butter consistency. Store in glass jars. Whole Foods recommended the brand “inesscents” organic fair trade African Shea Butter and it is awesome, no clumping, goes on to skin so easy. Hope you try the recipe. Awesome review. Hugs...Sherry

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for sharing!

[@KairyMarquez]

Dr Dray would you please do a video on cocoa butter? If you did one, I can’t find it 😑. Thanks.

[@Coily_By_Nature]

Cocoa butter and Shea butter mixed together is an amazing head to toe moisturizer

[@sable7114]

I was wondering if dr. Dray might do a video on cocoa butter next if she hasn't done so already in the past.

[@simply2cheesy706]

Cocoa butter I’ve heard can be pote clogging but I’m no expert 😆

[@magirusdeutzjupiter2234]

Sounds wonderful, I love Cocoa Butter too, I will try that, so thanks for the idea.

[@972Mockingbird]

I combine virgin coconut oil and shea butter ...great moisturizer for my legs and arms. I don't use on my face, however.

[@monamalek11]

cocoa butter comedogenic rating is high unlike shea butter

[@kateriewing]

Evan Healy’s Whipped Shea Butter with Olive Leaf has been the most healing product for my skin that I have ever used. It’s so beautiful and my skin thrives with a nightly application. I hope I never have to be with out it.

[@samiradhurmea5408]

Hey I’ve bought raw Shea butter,I’ve melted it let it set and then blitz it with a hand blender coz I don’t have any electric whisk. I end up with a super creamy texture and easy to spread on the skin! Also U can add any oil u want to make a moisturiser. I’ve melted half coconut oil/half Shea butter Or can add any other liquid oil u like in the end. I’m using it on my hair and also everyday on my skin to prevent stretch mark during my pregnancy 🤰🏽

[@elleerik4631]

When I use to use raw shea butter I would put some of it in a mason jar and keep it in my bathroom. Before I showered I would use my hairdryer, on high heat, directly through the glass to melt some of it. After my shower I would apply it to my wet skin. When I was doing this I didn't know about TEWL and only applied it like this because it was quick and efficient. I also used this method to apply it to my hair. I loved the way it made my hair feel, but it makes my hair fall out when applied near my scalp and even if I applied to my ends, only, I still experienced hair fall, I think because it made my hair heavy.

[@kingsdaughter5129]

I usually melt raw Shea butter in a double boiler then put it in silicone tray and freeze it. Once it’s in solid form I store them. The consistency becomes smooth and not grainy at all.

[@dwitiramesh8308]

Hello Dr Dray. I have been using shea butter for some two years now after becoming prone to skin redness. I am from India and purchased it from Amazon.They tend to be grainy but as we warm it up it emulsifies into a consistency of an oil. However ,they do not tend to be oily on the skin. A big thank you to this video that I got informed that shea butter does not tend to hold up the moisture. I felt that it was certainly helping me but lacking that moisture retention that I presumed then the occlusivity of Shea would help. Also,they help the nails and do a home manicure with them,which is very therapeutic. I had also used around my mouth n nose which is kinda equivalent to your routine with CeraVe healing ointment before adalpalene. Also,I use them as a lip moisturizer and they are good. Now, post seeing this I am gonna try on my hair which I was skeptical to do all these while.

[@JoR00ke]

It's the first ingredient I look for in all moisturisers, love it 😃

[@christinec28]

Raw shea has definitely helped the seborrheic dermatitis on my scalp and eczema behind my ears. Bag Balm has worked behind my ears as well.

[@21972012145525]

Is bag balm shea butter? I remember using that as a kid!

[@Jane_Snow_]

Dr Dray - You are such a FANTASTIC teacher, thank you for your research and relaying your knowledge to us. You're remarkable, actually! ❤️

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks!

[@spaceonion4126]

I use a homemade body butter from 2 parts raw unrefined shea butter and 1 part sunflower oil and 10% vegetable glycerin. This makes it very spreadable. I used it on my face at night but on my body once or twice a day and it has completely cleared the eczema i get on my knees and elbows and the pimples i get on my upper arms and cracked heels. Also makes a great lip balm. However, obviously put spf on top if going outside! I get my shea butter from akoma skincare, theirs is Ghanaian, organic and fairtrade.

[@qbg7777]

I would love to see a comparison between a variety of moisturizing/anti aging eye creams that have a brightening effect and perhaps relax the existing wrinkles. Another request is to see a review of a skin care line that is one step above CeraVe. Thank you for making all the videos and educating about the importance of good skin care. Because of you I’m obsessed with sunscreen. 💚

[@WSHarris23]

My fav moisturizer is Etude House Barrier cream. One of the ingredients is Shea Butter. It's fragrance free and has a luxurious texture. I'm combo-more oily since it's summer and this works beautifully to find the balance.

[@user-el8fj5lu7d]

Can I just say, I don't know if you have changed your skincare routine lately or it's the tretinoin but I've never seen your skin look so youthful,hydrated and just overall healthy! Looking back at your older videos there is a major difference. You go girl♥️

[@Hellenpastor]

Hey Dr. Dray, can you review African black soap?

[@JaiProdz]

Would enjoy her opinions on it. I alternate between African black soap and other natural oil-based soaps just because I find African black soap can be a little bit drying as it is a super effective cleanser

[@Bea_monique]

@Hellen Paster she does have a video on African Black Soap kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3O1lYqqna-Lfa8

[@virtualworldvixen]

I’ve been using raw unrefined Shea Butter on my extremely dry skin on the winters and it’s fantastic for me. The key is Nilotica Shea Butter which is in the Shea family but a different nut. It melts in your hands like an oil and applied very easy. It also helps to keep my face free of any little pimples tho I will mention that my skin is very tolerant of heavy moisturizers.

[@magirusdeutzjupiter2234]

I love Shea Butter, I only come across it through You Tube, so thank you for that ever so much! A great review, and very informative, thanks for that too!I have had all sorts of products for my dry ish type of skin, but Shea Butter beats the lot hands down through my experience. I use it after every shower every day, and the results is absolutely nothing short of fantastic. I only buy the organic raw butter, its so wonderful. Any way, I had heat rashes behind my biceps for a long time, but within a few weeks they have all gone, my hair was very dry, but now always glossy and healthy, and you just don't know how grateful I am for it. Keep up the great reviews, you look really good and refreshing, peace and love.

[@tammyjenkins730]

I use the cereve renewing night Cream and I live it. It has saved my face from damage from using firming cream. The firming g creams draw my face and I looked like I was a 100. I saw,your review on cereve and went right out and got it. My sister is using it now and lives it too. I can't thank you enough.💕

[@acnb8390]

My fav skincare ingredient is Shea butter. It is truly a miracle worker for dry skin like mine

[@DrDrayzday]

:)

[@Jmwamuchemi]

How? My skin feels dry after applying 😩

[@dr.funsox3858]

You should look into nilotica shea butter which is the rarer type of shea butter. It is much softer and melts quickly. This is actually what I exclusively use on my face now, as even Cerave burns my skin.

[@adenosinetriphosphate6167]

Hi Dr. Dray, could you please do a video on the systemic absorption of cosmetics? Happy Tuesday! 😊

[@SnuglebunyDeGroot]

adenosine triphosphate I’d like that too very curious

[@TheBarloboat]

Been using pure shea butter for years. Old African remedy for any skin condition. In my forties...lady told me the other day I don't look old enough to have a 14 yr old. "It's the melanin and that butter baby!" Lol...

[@Ash-oh6nh]

Can I use it as a face moisturizer?

[@Ash-oh6nh]

How do you use it?

[@saralibby4686]

@@Ash-oh6nh apply it to damp face or after moisturiser

[@didyapabon6438]

Cerave Renewing night cream is very good for my dry, sensitive and rosacea skin. Love it😍

[@victoriabell2447]

Happy Tuesday Dr Dray 😉. Like the change in background, very soothing. I like that you can honestly evaluate the drug store products. No more $100+ bottles of skin care from my dermatologist for just dry skin. But she takes care of my other medical problems great though,just as I am sure you do. I am a big CeraVe fan thanks to you. I do appreciate all the work that you do to get your knowledge out to us,thank you ❤️

[@lg8159]

Your voice is the last one my husband hears at night 😂😂 I love me some dr dray video before sleep

[@cristinarisso8668]

i use a hair dryer for a few seconds on raw shea butter :)

[@skateata1]

That is smart! Never thought of that.

[@just.jaimie.]

I really love LXMI pure nilotica melt. It’s described as a “balm-to-oil” and it’s only ingredient is shea butter. It’s absolutely saved my skin this winter, I use it on dry patches on my cheeks and on my hands. It does come out of the tube as a balm but very quickly melts into a spreadable oil.

[@wendyfrech7863]

I agree, it's a lovely product. I also like their Creme du Nil; it's expensive, but I only need a little bit to cover my whole face and neck. I tried a tip from their site and first applied the Creme du Nil and wet skin, then then the Niltica melt over at before I went to bed. I used this method on cold nights this past winter and woke up with soft, hydrated skin.

[@Nicolsol]

Dr dray and everyone! The now solutions raw Shea butter does have a more grainy texture initially in the top layer. Once you get down more into it and start rubbing it in it emulsifies beautifully like coconut oil would. But trust me you have to get past the first top layer. Hope this helps :)

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for the tip!

[@ridahking3708]

I use raw shea butter and I whip it first before I put it in a separate container. It makes it super duper soft. A fork is fine if you don’t have a whisk. Hope this helps☺️

[@TC-gc5rt]

Thank you, Dr. Dray. I always appreciate your educational videos. I use Shea Butter on my arms to help battle dry itchy arms. Shea Moisture is a brand that is relatively inexpensive-and its already whipped. Now brand is hard but it can be removed and whipped in your kitchen. You can also add a small amount of your favorite body oil or face oil to help soften the Shea enough to whip it.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching and thanks for the tip!

[@maddiwiser7167]

I use a cocoa shea butter vaseline lotion as a mosquito repellent, I'm extremely affected by traditional mosquito repellents, often requiring an EpiPen to handle. The shea butter lotion works better than ANY natural mosquito repellant. I live in a very heavy mosquito area and it works amazingly. My mosquito bites usually last for months so avoiding them is essential and the shea does it perfectly. I actually got a mosquito bite on my knee 3 years ago and it STILL flares up and itches occasionally (no idea why??? My allergist says you can't be allergic to mosquitoes but my body says otherwise). Anyway thought y'all may like to try it for mosquitos this summer. My whole family uses it now.

[@parinazaz4044]

Thanks for sharing, which brand do you use?

[@MattSamson83]

I use raw shea butter on my face. I get it from The Body Shop. I melt it down (not direct heat, but using a double boiler) and put it in a jar. I find melting or down makes it more soft and usable.

[@nazreenkhan9756]

i have been using raw she butter under my eyes for almost 3 years and it is the besssst!!!!

[@coleenh8649]

To 'soften' the raw shea butter, I just whip it with an electric mixer...it gets softer and almost double the amount.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for the tip!

[@noreply4527]

So I am trying shea butter since a few months. I have some slight acne on my face (so I have acne but I am still lucky to not have really hurting pimples. I only have many tiny pimples that are red and annoying). Shea butter helped me very much. I dont know whether it is healing my acne long term (bc its getting better now) but it makes my pimples smaller and removes the redness. Also my skin feels very soft. I can only recommend to others to try shea on their acne. ;)

[@GrasiCarter15]

I take the hard shea butter and whip it with a Electric whisk. Put it in a jar. It turns white and soft.

[@sharischmidt4712]

Good talk on shea butter, it's one product that I have used on and off my entire life and I've always liked it. Hot and Flashy Angie ,had a very fact-based review on face oils today and I mentioned that I think Dr.Dray would be impressed, with all her research and hard work that she put into her video. Happy Tuesday 😊🍁

[@DrDrayzday]

Angie makes great content :)

[@dxmxo9427]

I use a few drops of cold pressed rosehip oil and a few drops of argan oil mixed together as a moisturizer..I get so many compliments (:

[@anaisabel4323]

Dima b hi ! Morning or night?

[@helenmorgan2587]

Dima B Hi! I'm glad the oils seem to work for your skin. I do know that oils on their own are not good as a moisturiser. Oils are emollient and you also need humectants to hydrate, and occlusive to seal in that moisture. Emollients soften the outer dead layers of the skin and make it look better and feel softer. Hope this helps :)

[@Daniel.rmendez]

Ooooo what's your skincare routine? :)

[@mlzavala04]

*Adds De La Cruz Shea Butter to their shopping list*

[@DrDrayzday]

let me know how you like it

[@FrancesHart99]

I've been using shea butter recipes formulated by African American women on KZbin for years. It's great on the ends of my long, frizzy hair and dry skin.

[@DrDrayzday]

yeah very nice for hair

[@nicolebaladad7636]

I just use my hand mixer to whip Shea butter and put it in a 4oz mason jar. You can buy a pound online for $15 or less. I found a supplier I like and a pound can last me for ever! I keep it in a zip closet bag in a large mason jar in a cool pantry.

[@caitlinsawicki3219]

Nicole Baladad what supplier do you use?

[@nicolebaladad7636]

It’s on Etsy the shop is wild herb soap co

[@alien6815]

I use the Shea terra organic Shea butter that’s unscented, it’s extremely creamy and soft and melts into the skin. I used to use it where I had dry patches like around my nose and mouth. One day I ran out of moisturizer so I used it all over my face and my skin seems to tolerate it well. I usually wear it under my sunscreen.

[@winifredallen1726]

I ❤ raw shea butter for my face. Just a little goes along way. It keeps my eczema on my face at bay.

[@angelesaguilera4568]

I have dry skin so I use the cervae moisturizing cream and shea butter together. After a shower, I apply the cervae cream then wait a few seconds and then apply the shea butter to lock it in. I use the cervae because it contains ceramides that help protect the skin barrier and the shea butter because its nice and heavy. I find that this combination works really well for me.

[@misskahp3660]

Angeles Aguilera do you put in on your face ?

[@angelesaguilera4568]

@@misskahp3660 no just on my body it's too heavy for the face

[@angelesaguilera4568]

@@misskahp3660 you can try it on the face just make it's on a small patch of skin to see how your skin reacts and how you feel about it. I did do it on my face once but I didn't like the feeling of it so I stopped but my skin on my body really likes so I keep doing it. Also have a great day!

[@revieracunanan697]

Jojoba oil, and shea butter whipped is very good. It helps my son with his eczema

[@yellowrose7736]

What ratios do you use?

[@revieracunanan697]

16 oz of jojoba oil and 1 lb.. of shea butter

[@PeaceNinja007]

I used raw unrefined whipped (creamy) yellow Shea butter for the first time this week. Man my skin is baby smooth 😊 👶 I apply it right after I shower and I’m good all day ..

[@ike3263]

That's it! I've subscribed after about a month of watching her vids and finding them interesting.

[@jw6156]

thank you so much dr. dray for your great video as always! for years i slowly melt raw shea butter and ad raw argan oil and vegan squalane, mix it all up, put it in a clean container and use this for all dry spots, my excema, my lips at night and so on. it doesn't feel bad but it also doesn't do wonders to my skin. have a great day everyone!

[@claretrively]

Shea butter is what I use to care for my tattoos!!

[@helpfulnatural]

I love shea butter! There are many different qualities out there. I use one by "Better Shea Butter" that I purchased through amazon. It is the best shea butter I've ever used. Very easy to use as it melts on contact with the skin. I've made body butter from it as well as adding it to my homemade lip balm.

[@DrDrayzday]

it is a nice moisturizer

[@DrAdnan]

Theyre def popular in certain ethnic communities

[@troyjones2049]

LOL after seeing this video I bought the whipped shea butter from iHerb. It's so affordable! Thank you again for doing this video!

[@DrDrayzday]

let me know how you like it

[@troyjones2049]

@@DrDrayzday Personally I thought it was amazing! I could feel how occlusive it was tbh. I just mixed it in with my CeraVe in the tub and it's been working wonders!!

[@vickytime3855]

Thank you for mentioning the bit about rosacea. I've found that super thick, occlusive creams almost trap in the heat that my rosacea emits from my cheeks. Love these ingredient deep dives!! 🌼 Edit: that end bit 😆

[@DrDrayzday]

:) hope you are having a good week

[@Nicolsol]

Started using the now foods shea butter on my face a month ago when the winter here in Chicago made my skin super dry. It did wonders for my skin!!!

[@helenmorgan2587]

@nickel Dime I have to moisturise my dry skin several times a day, especially in the winter. I think I will give it a try as it sounds like the sort of thing my skin will really like. Will just have to see which brands I can get hold of as I'm in the UK :)

[@DrDrayzday]

glad to hear! it is a good buy

[@litenintvid]

Dr Dray .

[@cocoamourtv6943]

@@DrDrayzday is it ok to use on acne prone skin ??

[@idakoch7222]

Mountain Rose herbs have great raw shea butters. They are organic and they have a large variety of oils in their stock too.

[@c.r.60]

L’Occitane has one that is easy to work with. Its 39 dollars for the big tub, but in my opinion it’s worth it for all the use I give it, how long of a shelf life it has (~2 years) and how much it lasts me. They also have a small tub for ~12 dollars so you can try out the product if you’re not committed to buying the big one. I use it as a lip balm, a moisturizer after shaving and for my elbows and hands. You can also apply a little bit on a burn or scratch to act as a barrier and give it a little slip so it doesn’t hurt too much were you to brush against a surface. The reason I use it as lip balm is because chapstick or beeswax based lip balm break me out, but Shea butter does not. Other than that, you can use it at the tips of your hair to disguise split ends and moisturize your hair a bit. It’s definitely one of my holy grail products and one I use on the daily, and I recommend giving it a chance. 💕

[@debbiekotch6006]

I usually let it sit on the top of my hand for a few seconds and let it warm up . It spreads pretty easy after that. I use the Alaffia raw shea butter.

[@trudymoore6158]

Could you please do a review of the TIMELESS skin care line🤗

[@helenmorgan2587]

Hi Dr Dray! It would be really helpful if you would do a video, or just give some advise on what is best to use topically to get rid of fungal nail infections. There seem to be a lot of products claiming to treat this problem, but very few of them seem to work and they're all quite pricey. I do realise that this problem requires consistent daily treatment over quite some time until the new uninfected nail grows to completely replaces the old infected one. Thank you and Happy Tuesday! :)

[@nicolelamoureux9173]

I wonder if it would be perfect if you used a hyaluronic acid serum and then used shea butter on top, as a night routine!

[@vidyaveeraraghavan6509]

That's exactly what I do. It's part of my daily skin care routine. Aloe + HA as base, tretinoin as middle layer and I top it with Shea as occlusive. Works like a charm

[@callimomma805]

@@vidyaveeraraghavan6509what brand of aloe do you use?

[@racheli2598]

My skin loves Shea butter! I took your recommendation of the cerave skin renewing night cream and like it a lot, thank you!

[@glitteryblackcat]

Like to spray my face with a rose water glycerin spray, before applying whipped Shea butter, makes it easier to spread!

[@kelleyking]

True Blue Spa used to make a great Shea butter....I think it was processed to be smooth. I’m hoarding my last tub.

[@shaylabaker1002]

Shea butter has helped my acne so much! I love it

[@lalaal4190]

@@beingyourself6813 ive found personally it hasnt impacted my pores. Its just quite soothing to put over spots and stops them being itchy

[@universezero2590]

I bought Alaffia Shea butter today works wonders on my super dry hands I live in the East with these hatch winters purchased at Whole Foods and its unrefined so I’m excited to keep using through out winters to come .

[@KikiMoet1880]

I have been using 100% Cocoa-Shea butter from the brand Kuza. It’s only ingredients are 100% cocoa butter and 100% Shea butter. It’s $6.99 and does wonders for my face and body. Also helps with my son’s eczema patches. It is a little crumbly but once I warm it up in my hands and apply it’s perfect. Would love to hear your thoughts on Cocoa butter and the combination of the two. Thanks Dr. Dray!

[@xxamazingfruitsssxx]

ty for the brand rec sis!

[@Aj-zt3fb]

I bought Shea Butter because I read that it didn’t clog pores and had all the wonderful properties that Dr. Dray mentioned. I used it on my body, and it helped moisture my skin. I also used it on my face and broke out in acne all over! I went so long without having acne and the moment I moisturized with shea butter, I broke out so bad. I had a huge pimple in the middle of my forehead that took forever to go away. I learned the hard way that heavy moisturizers don’t do well on my face. I highly recommend people to do a test spot first before applying to the face

[@callimomma805]

Hi! What moisturizer do you use to keep the acne away?

[@kaleidojess]

I bought Shea butter a few days ago and I really like how it feels on my skin. Growing up I never liked the smell but the smell doesn’t bother me anymore, it smells kind of nice.

[@raeperonneau4941]

I just pop the raw Shea Butter in the Microwave for a 15 to 20 seconds and it melts to a point that’s perfect for spreading on my super dry skin. I live in Denver, which is one of the driest enviornments in the country, and I think I’d turn into a raisin with out shea butter.

[@terrysmith5868]

I have new lip balm empty tubes and pure shea butter so I am going to melt some on a double boiler and pour them in these tubes and voila' Lip balm and a handy cuticle treatment! I have had chronically chapped lips for years and was using 😅carmex which was making them worse so i put more on and here starts the visious circle. I bought triple whipped shea butter and tried to use it directly on my skin and it doesnt melt into my skin but is amazing on my hands and feet.

[@samantarizzi248]

I love shea butter! L’Occitane does some of the best shea butter skin care products! ❤️

[@leakyabstraction]

La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume also has shea butter as its second ingredient (after water). In fact, if I'm not mistaken the whole Lipikar moisturizer family is pretty much formulated on shea butter. Worth looking into it, because the large ones might be significantly cheaper than CeraVe in e.g. Europe, and also more accessible. For example in my country I can't find any of the thicker CeraVe Healing/Renewing products, for some reason.

[@caseyconner5880]

I love the cerave night cream. I also like to save that jar for travel. Thank you Dr. Dray for another great video.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching!

[@jenniferogormanarafa8920]

I use pure Shea butter as a topper for my eyes. I use it religiously. Fantastic results. 😀

[@Shelja2000]

Hey, Dr Dray!!! I love all your videos. Thank you for educating all of us the science of skin care. Could you please make a video on Ayurvedic skin care???? Sending love from India❤

[@lenellmarshall6595]

One can purchase pure Raw Shea on Amazon, or Google Madina Inc out of New York, or directly from Africa. I discovered it in Germany where it was sold in the African Shops there. I love it . That what you have is not the pure Raw Shea Butter. You want it in chunks.

[@aramatoulayedabo3438]

Shea butter is the only oil that moisturize my skin without looking or feeling greasy and it makes my skin supple, soft and glowy. Also my extremely dry and kinky hair loves it, i just dont like the strong nutty scent so i buy the shea nut oil

[@mamigetsreal4503]

I love using raw Shea butter and it’s also been great on my sons eczema 👏🏽