I cannot get this shea butter to whip - any advice?
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I don't whip my shea butter as it takes too long--- I just warm it up with my hands and spread/rub it on my body like lotion. But I have seen some tutorials on youtube and it seems like they use a electric blender to whip the shea butter and add other essential oils to the shea butter to make it more smooth. I linked a video below. Hope I answered your question.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkVbME7-IR0
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i used it with cocoa nut oil to make my body butter. i have seen alot of people warm the shea butter till it melts then cool it then whip it. i found alot of my info on youtube. with a hand mixer it takes longer in my kitchen aide on high it took15min and i dident warm it.
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I was told that after you melt it down, using a double boiler method, you must let it cool in the freezer for 10 or 12 minutes. Take out and using a hand blender whip it. From what I was made to understand, it takes a little while of blending. Thinking of whipping mine.
1602562
We added any oil almond, aloe, or apricot, we kept stirring until it whipped.
1602563
Because it's the real deal, it's a hardened oil (fat) and doesn't whip-much like coconut oil at room temperature. The stuff you buy in the store has many things added to it to make it into a body lotion etc., with a creamy texture I usually melted it before use. If you hold it in your hand it will melt, or microwave it for 20 seconds at a time to soften it. I used it in hair and skin care. Be careful, the microwave heats it up fast so test it to make sure it's cool enough to apply on your skin.
1602564
I melted mine in a double boiler, let it harden then whipped it. I used a kitchenaid mixer and used a blow dryer on then bowl until you see it smooth out.
1602565
I don't whip my shea butter as it takes too long--- I just warm it up with my hands and spread/rub it on my body like lotion. But I have seen some tutorials on youtube and it seems like they use a electric blender to whip the shea butter and add other essential oils to the shea butter to make it more smooth. I linked a video below. Hope I answered your question. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkVbME7-IR0
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I use an electric mixer on the lowest speed with a tablespoon of each jojoba oil, castor oil (you can also use almond but I'm allergic) , grape seed oil, jargan oil, olive oil, and vitamin e. Makes a super whipped super moist conditioning product. If you want it more liquidy vs a butter type product the add coconut oil till you get your desired texture. All of these oils are amazing for ur hair and skin, and I just love it.
2181349
It's stiff but if you want to soften, do it gently in a double boiler. Heat will break down the properties of the shea butter if you aren't careful.
305140
I am having this same problem. I use real butter, have tried mashing in hard, semi-hard and soft butters but when the room gets too warm, the butter falls out into the water. I think I may try wrapping the bottom with plastic wrap and see if that helps.
642934
Have you tried washing it first? That's all that I can think of. The quality of it isn't great anyways so it doesn't surprise me that you are having trouble curling it. I wore mine curly but by scrunching it with my hand and using a diffuser.
950390
I put the whole can in a pot and let the water boil to get the wax hot but today I threw it out because it is not easy to work with. I'll have to try something else, I only did chin and lip and it didn't really take off the hair. Maybe it will work better for you.
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I had this problem too. lol. Be sure that you are holding the handle at the grip part. In this picture, its the middle part of the handle that is colored red. If you hold it anywhere else, the handle and the mop head will come apart., Try it. I hope I described it correctly, if not get back to me. Youre gonna love this mop
1573188
I mixed it with coconut oil, Shea butter and almond oil. It doesn't appear white.
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I put room about 3/4 shea and 1/4 coconut in a jar and use a wood stick (like the kind for making a shish kabob) to stir. When it is mostly mixed, I add a couple drops of essential oil (peppermint and/or lavender). Excellent!
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I use it for my hair; I melt a 1:1 ratio of this shea butter with extra virgin coconut oil in the microwave, mix it up well, let it cool, pour it into a small tupperware container, and let it set up at room temp. I use maybe a half pea-size bit in the morning to smooth and defrizz my hair. You probably can use it for a lotion just by itself, after you pry a chunk out and warm in it your hands a little...It's not a liquid, though, like if you squeezed lotion out of a bottle; it's solid enough that you'd have to warm it a bit just to be able to use it like a lotion that way. I've also only ever used it mixed with something else, so I don't know how well it would work on its own. I use it for my hair; I melt a 1:1 ratio of this shea butter with extra virgin coconut oil in the microwave, mix it up well, let it cool, pour it into a small tupperware container, and let it set up at room temp. I use maybe a half pea-size bit in the morning to smooth and defrizz my hair. You probably can use it for a lotion just by itself, after you pry a chunk out and warm in it your hands a little...It's not a liquid, though, like if you squeezed lotion out of a bottle; it's solid enough that you'd have to warm it a bit just to be able to use it like a lotion that way. I've also only... » Read More I use it for my hair; I melt a 1:1 ratio of this shea butter with extra virgin coconut oil in the microwave, mix it up well, let it cool, pour it into a small tupperware container, and let it set up at room temp. I use maybe a half pea-size bit in the morning to smooth and defrizz my hair. You probably can use it for a lotion just by itself, after you pry a chunk out and warm in it your hands a little...It's not a liquid, though, like if you squeezed lotion out of a bottle; it's solid enough that you'd have to warm it a bit just to be able to use it like a lotion that way. I've also only ever used it mixed with something else, so I don't know how well it would work on its own. « Show Less
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Try putting it upside down on a simmering pot of water. I had to do it several times and there was still a little curl which my husband then curled backward, it now works like it's supposed to.
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I use a "dab" amount that takes up about half of my pointer finger's tip. I think the formula is pretty strong, if it's not holding as much as you would like, just try increasing the amount until it does. Make sure to emulsify, or rub the stuff between your hands, before applying. Also apply when hair is slightly damp for best results.
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Hi there, Golly it was awhile back since I purchased HotSetters but I don't even remember reading the directions. I know I tried it a few times but my hair was too, too short. Truthfully, it is just like any other roller set. Nothing complicated about it. You also could write an email to the seller - they should do something about it perhaps send you a copy. Good luck.
2215364
Try keeping it in the frig. Not only should it remain thick, but the coolness feels refreshing. If that doesn't work I would return it. I've had the same problem with hand cream left in the car, and it worked for me. Good luck
1293332
Maybe it wasn't mixed enough? I use someone else's tip that works well for me; mix your soap with warm water and swirl but never shake.
5260
In my experience, I have have to use a non-stick cooking spray. Butter has not worked well.
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I mix it with Shea Butter, Grapeseed oil, vitamin E, Almond oil and heat it in the microwave and mix it. Let it cool for a bit and add Aloe Vera Juice and in a container at least twice the volume use a stick blender and whip it. I actually put the bowl in a larger bowl of ice while I whip it so you can get the consistency of a lotion. All of the ingredients are good for the skin, it depends on how much of each as to the oiliness of it in the end. You could just melt it and add water and whip it I suppose, or maybe glycerin and aloe instead of water. I am still experimenting, but if you are a member of Pinterest there are a lot of actual recipes. I mix it with Shea Butter, Grapeseed oil, vitamin E, Almond oil and heat it in the microwave and mix it. Let it cool for a bit and add Aloe Vera Juice and in a container at least twice the volume use a stick blender and whip it. I actually put the bowl in a larger bowl of ice while I whip it so you can get the consistency of a lotion. All of the ingredients are good for the skin, it depends on how much of each as to the oiliness of it in the end. You could just melt it and add water and whip it I suppose, or maybe glycerin and aloe instead of water. I am still experimenting, but if you are... » Read More I mix it with Shea Butter, Grapeseed oil, vitamin E, Almond oil and heat it in the microwave and mix it. Let it cool for a bit and add Aloe Vera Juice and in a container at least twice the volume use a stick blender and whip it. I actually put the bowl in a larger bowl of ice while I whip it so you can get the consistency of a lotion. All of the ingredients are good for the skin, it depends on how much of each as to the oiliness of it in the end. You could just melt it and add water and whip it I suppose, or maybe glycerin and aloe instead of water. I am still experimenting, but if you are a member of Pinterest there are a lot of actual recipes. « Show Less
1724027
You are right - no instructions were sent and I even checked with my hairdresser and she could not help. I only used it as a curling brush and it barely was hot enough to curl. I consider it a loss. Sorry I can't help.