Well, we love it too. So much so we decided to provide a breakdown of all the benefits, DIY uses, and info about the ingredient. But also: Why fuss with something so impressive on its own? You can simply get pure shea butter, warm it up in your hands, and apply it evenly on the skin for a luxe one-ingredient body lotion. However, it does tend to be thick—so if you’re using it on its own, many people tend to focus on dry, coarser skin (like hands and feet) rather than all over. Finally, it’s a very popular addition to many body care products, from body butters and lotions to hand creams. If you’re afraid of at-home kitchen action, you can probably find a formula that already has the ingredient in the lineup.
