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How to make shea butter hair moisturiser

This is the recipe for my home made hair moisturiser. It makes my hair, which is non chemically treated, feel soft and fluffy. Who says natural African hair is hard to take care of.

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I use Africa's Best Herbal Oil mainly for the scent. Use any essential oil based on your hair needs. The leave in conditioner I use is Cantu Shea Butter leave in conditioner.

Place Shea butter in bowl and microwave for 20-30 seconds. You want it soft enough to whisk.

Place Shea butter in bowl and microwave for 20-30 seconds. You want it soft enough to whisk.

Whisk the Shea butter until it is smooth.

Whisk the Shea butter until it is smooth.

Add all the other ingredients.

Add all the other ingredients.

Whisk until you get a whipped consistency.

Whisk until you get a whipped consistency.

Transfer to an empty container (with a lid).

Use as part of your hair styling regimen. It works especially well when applied before going to bed. Band or braid your hair and then cover with a satin or silk scarf.

  • 280.0g Shea Butter
  • 3/4Tbsp Africa's Best Herbal Oil
  • 1/2Tbsp Jojoba Oil
  • 1/2Tbsp Aloe Vera Oil
  • 1/2Tbsp Almond Oil
  • 1/2Tbsp Castor Oil
  • 1.0tsp Coconut Oil
  • 1.0tsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2tsp Vegetable Glycerine
  • 1/8tsp Vitamin E Oil
  • 7.0 Tea Tree essential oil
  • 2.0tsp Leave in conditioner
  • Microwave proof bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula (optional)
  • Container (for finished product).