Shea butter can be burned if it is heated rapidly over high heat, destroying the healing properties we all love about it. Over low heat, shea butter should be carefully melted. It is preferable to use a double boiler, but it isn’t required. Rejoice!

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Does shea butter solidify after melting?

After melting, shea butter becomes oil. Once it’s solidified, it needs to be chilled or refrigerated to do so. It can become crystallized or grainy if it sets at room temperature. This happens because fatty acids with lower melting points solidify more quickly than those with higher melting points…

Does shea butter stay melted?

We keep the shea butter melted over low heat for at least 20 minutes to prevent graininess, which is a common problem with shea butter. Place a bowl of melted shea butter (or another container) in the freezer or refrigerator right away.

Does shea butter melt in microwave?

Yes. The microwave is my preferred method of melting mine! Never had a problem with it.

What happens if you melt shea butter?

The healing properties of shea butter begin to disintegrate when it is rapidly melted over high heat. To get the best results, shea butter should be melted over low heat, slowly and thoughtfully. A double boiler is preferable, but not required. Rejoice!

What is the melting point of shea butter?

It is softer than mango butter, but firmer than the one made from avocados. In terms of shelf life and melting point, it’s about 2 years.