What is Cocoa Butter?
Cocoa Butter is produced from the seeds of cocoa tree fruits, also known as Indian almonds. Unfortunately, this tree, which can grow in all tropical climates, can only be grown under greenhouse conditions in Turkey.
It is a good antioxidant and has a very rich content in carbohydrates and protein. It is rich in magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron minerals. It also has a very rich content in terms of vitamins such as vitamin D, vitamin E, Riboflavin, Thiamine and vitamin A. It is also a high energy product and even chocolate is produced from these seeds. Now let's examine the benefits of Cocoa Butter, how it is used and other details together...
What is Cocoa Butter? How to Obtain?
When these seeds are kept and dried, their bitter taste disappears and they have a pleasant taste instead. These dried seeds are then ground and turned into flour. It is turned into powder by grinding again. It is produced by removing the oil from this powder.
It is frequently preferred especially in the cosmetics and food fields. Since its expiry date is quite long, there is no bitterness or sourness. It is in solid form at room temperature. Its appearance resembles butter and its melting temperature is 34 degrees.
What are the Benefits of Cocoa Butter?
- It moisturizes your dry skin. It repairs cracks and damages on the skin.
- Thanks to its antioxidant properties, it has beneficial effects on cardiovascular health.
- Some of the substances it contains contribute to the regular functioning of brain functions.
- It can be used by mixing it with other oils and its benefits can be increased.
- It accelerates the healing of dry and cracked lips in extreme weather and protects them from external factors.
- contained within polyphenols delays aging.
- It may provide relief for skin conditions such as dermatitis and psoriasis.
- It increases collagen production in the skin and maintains skin elasticity.
- It prevents skin color fluctuations caused by the sun and ensures even skin color.
What is Cocoa Butter Used for?
- It helps wounds heal faster when applied directly to the skin.
- It heals burns and inflammations on the skin when mixed with tea tree oil and applied directly.
- When applied directly to oral wounds, it helps to heal these wounds.
- It prevents cardiovascular diseases. It also removes inflammation in the body and prevents arteriosclerosis.
- It has positive effects on metabolism and thus minimizes the risks of heart attack.
- Since it strengthens the immune system, it has protective effects against diseases such as flu and cold.
- It prevents cell mutation and thus reduces cancer risks.
- It maintains hormone balance and thus protects brain health.
- It eliminates stretch marks on the skin and prevents cracks, especially those that may occur on the navel of pregnant people, by allowing the skin to stretch when used during pregnancy.
How to Use Cocoa Butter?
It exists in solid form at room temperature and melting is necessary. You can melt it in a bain-marie method. It can be applied directly to the lips to moisturize the lips and prevent cracks, and it also gives a pleasant scent. Thanks to the color pigments it contains, it enables the skin to tan faster. It can be applied directly to the skin or added to sunscreen. In this way, your skin can tan faster and evenly. It has a healing effect on wounds and burns. It can be applied directly on the wounds. It can be used as a shaving lotion to soothe your irritated skin after shaving. After shaving, you can mix this oil directly with water and apply it to your face. It can be applied to the skin like a cream after taking a shower to maintain the moisture balance of the skin.
Does Cocoa Butter Have Side Effects?
Excessive consumption can cause serious skin problems. Excessive consumption can lead to increased cholesterol levels, and these high cholesterol levels can lead to heart and lung diseases. Since it contains high calories, excessive consumption of chocolate produced from this substance can cause weight gain and obesity.
The caffeine it contains may cause sleep problems. In some cases, it can trigger headache and migraine attacks. Since it increases blood circulation, it can cause high blood pressure levels. Excessive consumption may also cause heart rhythm disorders.
Some of the substances it contains may cause allergic effects in some people. If symptoms such as skin rash, burning sensation, swelling, redness and itching occur after consumption, you should consult the nearest health institution.
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