Cocoa Butter

Cocoa butter is characterized by the aroma of chocolate. Up to a temperature of +25 degrees it is solid and melts at + 33-36 degrees. Its color can be light brown, cream or have a light yellow hue.

The product is used in cosmetics, medicine, food and confectionery industries. 

Use in cooking

Of course, most often cocoa butter is used to make chocolate, a variety of confectionery (cakes, cupcakes and other pastries) are produced on the basis of vegetable fat.

Composition, useful and healing properties

Considering the content of useful substances in cocoa butter, in the first place you can see slightly large amounts of vitamins, and small doses are not able to have particularly large health benefits for the body.

The product does not contain harmful trans fats, it is based on fatty acids - stearic, oleic, also palmitic and linoleic. Of these, oleic is contained in the largest quantities (almost 50% of the product) and is useful in that it can lower cholesterol levels.

In addition to fatty acids, the product also contains a large amount of tannins, caffeine and xanthine. These beneficial substances have a very beneficial effect on the condition of the skin when the oil is used in cosmetics for face, hair and body.

Thanks to the fatty acids in its composition, cocoa butter has a pronounced regenerating effect on the skin and is suitable for all skin types (even children's skin does not have an allergic reaction). The oil removes skin defects (traces of scars, burns, roughness), fights dark spots and stretch marks. The product helps in the treatment of eczema, dermatitis and other skin problems.

The rich mineral composition (magnesium, chromium, iron, calcium, iodine) allows the product to be used as a prophylactic and therapeutic agent for a number of health ailments:

• strengthens the walls of blood vessels, prevents the development of varicose veins, atherosclerosis and others;
• improves blood circulation in the brain with regular use;
• significantly reduces the risk of heart attack, cancer, allergies and ulcers.

Scientists have proven that cocoa butter is more effective in coughing than many drugs because it contains theobromine. The product acts gently and does not cause side effects, which occurs after taking synthetic preparations. It is also used in:

• SARS (acute respiratory viral infections);
• tuberculosis;
• pneumonia;
• atherosclerosis;
• angina;
• cholecystitis.

Cocoa butter helps to:

• normalizing eye function;
• strengthening the immune system's defenses;
• increase endorphin levels, lift the spirits, improve mood, fight depression, restlessness and anxiety;
• muscle recovery after training;
• improving collagen synthesis and moisturizing the skin;
• prevention of oxidative processes;
• protection of the heart muscle from weight loss;

Use in cosmetics

Thanks to its anti-cellulite and antioxidant action, cocoa butter can be defined as an excellent product for complete cosmetic care. The oil moisturizes, softens, smoothes wrinkles, increases skin elasticity, significantly contributes to cell regeneration.

The product removes itching, redness, burning and swelling. It has healing properties for wounds, helps with burns, protects from the negative effects of sunlight, which does not dry out the skin, stays healthy and young.

Body massage with cocoa butter helps the body to calm down and relax, normalizes the nervous system, eliminates insomnia and helps relieve stress.

The oil has a beneficial effect on the hair, restores the structure and nourishes damaged, dry and brittle hair. It can be rubbed into the roots, having previously been warmed in a water bath.

The cocoa product perfectly protects the skin from cold and wind, cares for the lips and eyelids. With constant use, eyelashes and eyebrows strengthen, become healthy, smooth and thick.

Dangerous and harmful properties of cocoa butter

The product should not be taken or applied externally in case of individual intolerance.

It should also be noted that the consumption of cocoa butter in some form may cause excessive agitation and insomnia, so it is not recommended to take it in the evening.

• impaired lipid metabolism and metabolism due to misuse of quantities;
• appearance of acne due to impaired metabolism;
• accumulation of excess body weight.

• diabetes;
• obesity;
• impaired metabolism;
• for very young children due to the presence of small amounts of caffeine.