What is the color of this product? What does it smell like? I heard a lot of complaints about the smell of unrefined shea butter. Or is this refined?
1716769
It's that same color as the picture. Its like an ivory color.It didn't have a foul smell. It smelled like what you would expect Shea butter to smell like. It wasn't a bad smell.
1716770
the color is a pale cream. it has a pleasant and mild smell of shea butter. it is unrefined (virgin), according to the package label.
1716771
The color if the Shea butter is exactly what it says, ivory literally!!! The smell is of natural raw pure shea butter, it is organic. Also it's USDA approved, the best ever I have put me hands on.
1716772
The color is ivory and it doesn't have a bad smell..It actually has a very mild scent. It's a great product and you should give it a try.
1716773
This company's shea butter is better looking, smoother, and smells better than the very yellow shea butter which is actually called river butter and is a low grade.
1168228
yes, the coloration in shea butter can vary a few shades and it is still perfectly fine.that kind of thing happens with raw products that haven't been melted down and mixed.
1537994
It am what it says it am. Raw and unrefined. Straight from the plants. I have major allergies similar to Multiple Chemical Sensitivity so I have to be my own formulary for personal care products. This is for me a primary ingredient in custom formulations that I use for first aid and skin care. Shea butter has worked well as a alternative to Preparation H.
545117
As they are unrefined the fragrance is a natural nutty smell. Since buying this shea butter I prefer it to the Cocoa Butter, I have mixed my own blends with coconut oil and olive oil and whipped it up so its easier to use and you can always add fragrance a few drops of essential oil too
69416
I love this butter it is very smooth. I use it in my products for my skincare/beauty line. The color in it's natural state is like a canary yellow if that helps.
943601
There is going to be a distinct odor that closely resembles Shea butter so that's normal. However, if it smells too odd or has some weird discolorations, I would be leery. Hope that helps. If not let me know.
773835
I look for unrefined in all the butters that I use because it is processed less. As I understand it, and I an not an expert, heating destroys some of the vitamins that are in the butters. It also changes the smell. I have never found the smell of any of the butters offensive.
630908
I have Shea Butter and Mango Butter that is over 14 years old. It is organic and unrefined. I kept it in a cool dry place. When I want to use it I put it on top of the pilot lights on my stove to get the consistency I want in the winter. In the summer I just put it under the sky light and let the sun heat it up. When I'm not using it I put it back in it's cool dry dark place.
1324519
This Shea Butter is 100% pure and unrefined. I do not know if it is organic; you would have to ask the seller.
2022560
It's dark brown because it's "cut" with other things like shea butter. It is made from black soap though. I love it!
1519341
On average Shea Butter is usually good for about 2 years. Just keep it in a cool place, and make sure that you never leave the lid off. If you happen to experience extreme warm temps you may want to pop it into the fridge or wine chiller if you have one. When Shea Butter turns rancid, you'll be able to smell it, that's for sure! The smell resembles (to me) spoiled milk & feta cheese. Gross! Plus the consistency will also change. I'm speaking from experiences with other brands I've tried. Not this one in particular. Hope this helps.
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The color of unrefined Shea Butter depends on the Shea Nut itself. The color can vary from off-white/beige to medium yellow. I also found the 2 videos below that might be helpful.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdOS0GsVC9Qhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbDlBcuX5Jc
545119
No, RAW shea butter shouldn't have a smell or ordor. I love it. I use this on my face every day.
57473
Both are the same consistency. They remind me a lot of each other. Cocoa butter really smells like cocoa and Shea butter doesn't have much of a scent.
357802
No bad smell at all. The color is really yellow and can stain clothing if not properly applied. I take a few scoops (spoons) and take blow dryer and melt the butter into a liquid form and then apply. It really spreads more easily when heated up a bit. I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!
866985
I'm not sure. But I think you maybe right, that it is cut with something else. This shea butter doesn't leave my hair as shiny as others I have tried. It live it looking dull and kind of stiff feeling. I wouldn't buy it again.
357801
The smell isn't great, but is very light (ie, doesn't stink once rubbed in or when combined with other oils/butters). I've gotten used to the nutty scent over time. As for organic, no, it isn't. It states "100% Natural" which we all know doesn't mean squat! lol.... FWIW, not sure what chems/fertilizers/etc are used in Ghana on its shea, but somehow I trust it more than the US FDA. ;-&gt;