The Azlok Shea Body Butter Making Kit lets you make your own whipped shea body butter at home in about 20 minutes, using unrefined shea butter, sweet almond oil, virgin coconut oil and a touch of rose essential oil. Everything you need arrives in one box, including tools and jars, so you don't have to hunt for ingredients separately.
What's inside the kit
Each kit is designed to make a small batch of rich, spreadable body butter. You get:
- Unrefined shea butter — 250 g, the creamy base of your butter
- Sweet almond oil — 100 ml, a light carrier oil for a smooth finish
- Virgin coconut oil — 100 ml, adds softness and slip
- Rose essential oil — 10 ml, for a gentle floral scent
- Two empty glass jars with lids (100 ml each) to store the finished butter
- A measuring jar, spoon, spatula and a pair of gloves
A recipe card is included too, so beginners have a clear reference while working.
How to make whipped shea body butter
The method is simple and needs no soap-maker experience. Here's the general approach:
- Soften the shea butter and coconut oil. Place them in a clean bowl and gently melt over a double boiler (a bowl set over warm water). You want them soft, not boiling hot.
- Stir in the almond oil. Once the mixture is liquid, remove it from heat and mix in the sweet almond oil.
- Cool it down. Let the blend sit until it starts to firm up around the edges. You can speed this up in the fridge, but don't let it set solid.
- Whip. Using a hand whisk or electric beater, whip the semi-solid mixture until it turns light, pale and fluffy, like whipped cream.
- Add fragrance. Mix in a few drops of rose essential oil and whip briefly again.
- Jar it up. Spoon the finished butter into the glass jars and seal.
How to use it
Scoop out a small amount and massage it into clean, slightly damp skin — elbows, knees, heels and forearms love it. A little goes a long way, so start small to avoid a greasy feel. It works well after a bath, and in dry weather you can use it daily. Shea-based butters are heavier than lotions, so they suit rough, flaky patches better than a quick all-over moisturiser.
Tips and safety notes
- Patch-test first. Before using widely, apply a little on your inner arm and wait 24 hours to check for any reaction, especially since it contains almond oil and rose essential oil.
- Keep essential oil dilute. Rose essential oil is potent — a few drops per batch is plenty. Never apply it neat to skin.
- For external use only. Do not eat any part of the kit. Keep it away from children and pets.
- Nut allergy caution. Sweet almond oil is a nut-derived oil; avoid if you are allergic to nuts.
- Work clean. Use sanitised bowls and dry utensils. Any water in the mix shortens shelf life.
- Wear the included gloves while handling melted oils to keep things hygienic.
Buying and storage
The kit is priced at ₹999 and made in India. Azlok offers it in packs of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50, so it suits both a single hobbyist and small businesses making butter to sell or gift. Larger packs are handy for workshops, festive hampers or bulk gifting.
Store your finished body butter in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Because it has no synthetic preservatives, use clean, dry hands or a small spatula each time you scoop. In warm Indian summers, shea butter can soften or partly melt; if that happens, pop it in the fridge to firm up. Used sensibly, a homemade batch will typically keep for a few months.
FAQ
How much body butter does one kit make?
The kit fills the two included 100 ml jars comfortably, giving you roughly 200 ml of whipped butter, depending on how much air you whip in.
Do I need any special equipment?
Just a bowl, a double boiler setup (or a pan of warm water) and a whisk or hand beater. The measuring jar, spoon, spatula and gloves come with the kit.
Can I change the fragrance?
Yes. The rose essential oil is included for scent, but you can use less of it or swap in another skin-safe essential oil if you prefer a different aroma.
Is it safe for sensitive skin?
Shea butter and carrier oils are generally gentle, but always patch-test first. Avoid the almond oil if you have a nut allergy, and keep the essential oil well diluted.
How long does the finished butter last?
With clean handling and cool storage, expect a few months. Since there are no synthetic preservatives, keep water out and use a dry spoon each time.