Silken Touch: Mother-Baby DIY Skincare Bundle

Two Lightweight Oils. 100 Recipes. No Grease, No Wait.

The Silken Touch: Mother-Baby DIY Skincare Bundle brings together two of Ghana's most lightweight and fast-absorbing botanical oils — baobab oil and shea oil — plus four comprehensive digital recipe books with 100 total recipes. Baraka's only oil-only Mother-Baby bundle — no butters, no melting required, no greasy residue. Both oils are fast-absorbing and lightweight, making this the right choice for daily use, warm climates, baby massage, and anyone who prefers skincare that sinks in immediately. All two ingredients are traditional, hand-made, and completely unrefined — sourced directly from Ghana's cooperatives. Know exactly what touches your skin and your baby's skin at every stage of this precious journey.

Quick Specs:

• Kit Contents: Baobab Oil · Shea Oil — plus four digital recipe books (100 recipes)
• Sizes: 50g · 100g · 250g · 500g · 1kg · 2kg of each ingredient
• Recipe Books: 4 digital PDF recipe books — instant download after purchase
• Processing: Traditional, hand-made, completely unrefined
• Origin: Northern Ghana, West Africa
• Shelf Life: 2+ years raw ingredients
• Skill Level: The easiest Baraka bundle to start with — oils only, no melting, ready to use at room temperature

Perfect For:

• Anyone who dislikes heavy, greasy skincare — oils only, absorbs immediately
• Baby massage oils that leave no residue on clothing or bedding
• Warm weather and hot climate daily skincare
• Busy routines where fast-absorbing, no-melt formulations are essential
• Lightweight facial serums, body oils, and daily moisture treatments
• Complete beginners who want the simplest possible starting point — measure, mix, done

Key Takeaways:

• Baraka's only oil-only bundle — two fast-absorbing oils, no butters, no melting required
• 100 DIY recipes across four books — including lightweight oil-specific formulations
• Two unrefined botanical oils — complete transparency over what touches your skin and your baby's skin
• Directly supports fair trade women's cooperatives and communities in Ghana

👉 Order now and support the women of the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre in Ghana

What Is the Silken Touch Bundle Good For?

The quick answer: The Silken Touch: Mother-Baby DIY Skincare Bundle delivers two of Baraka's most lightweight botanical oils — baobab oil for omega-3, 6, and 9 fatty acids with vitamins A, D, E, and F, and shea oil for oleic acid and vitamins A, E, and F — both fast-absorbing, both lightweight, both completely unrefined. Baraka's only oil-only bundle — the most minimal and fastest-absorbing option in the Mother-Baby range.

What Each Ingredient Contributes

Ingredient	What It Contributes	Why It's In This Bundle
Baobab Oil	Omega-3, 6, and 9 fatty acids · vitamins A, D, E, and F · natural antioxidants · fast-absorbing · lightweight · wild-harvested from ancient baobab trees in Northern Ghana	The vitamin-rich oil — comprehensive botanical nourishment that absorbs immediately without weight or residue
Shea Oil	Vitamins A, E, and F · oleic acid for deep penetration · lightweight and fast-absorbing · silky and non-greasy · the liquid fraction of shea butter · maximally compatible with baobab oil	The silky oil — lightweight nourishment from the shea tree, fast-absorbing and soft on even the most delicate skin

What the Four Recipe Books Cover

Recipe Book	Recipes	Focus
DIY Formulations for the Motherhood Journey	25	Pregnancy through postpartum support
African Treasures: DIY Recipes for Pregnancy & Beyond	25	Traditional African botanical wellness practices
Traditional DIY Shea Remedies	25	Shea butter's traditional botanical properties
Nurture & Nourish: DIY Remedies for Mother & Baby	25	Pregnancy through toddlerhood

Who You Are & How You'll Use It

Who You Are	How You'll Use It
Lightweight Skincare Lovers	Use baobab oil and shea oil alone or blended — both absorb immediately without the heaviness or greasiness of butter-based formulations
Baby Massage Parents	Both oils leave no greasy residue on baby's clothing or bedding — ideal for daily bonding massage, lightweight newborn skin care, and gentle daily moisturizing
Warm Climate Users	Oil-only formulations that absorb immediately are specifically suited to warm or humid climates where butter-based products can feel too heavy
Busy Routines	No melting, no double boiler, no waiting — measure, mix, and apply in minutes. The simplest possible formulation workflow in the entire Baraka range
Complete Beginners	Two oils at room temperature — no heat, no equipment, no technique required. The lowest-barrier entry point to natural DIY skincare

Why Silken Touch vs. Other Mother-Baby Bundles? The Silken Touch bundle is the only Baraka Mother-Baby bundle containing only oils — no butters. This makes it the fastest-absorbing and most lightweight option in the range, and the simplest to use (no melting required). For the full range of textures from lightweight oil to rich butter balm, Nourishing Essentials: Mother & Baby DIY Skincare Bundle includes baobab oil alongside three additional ingredients. For more on these oils, see the Baobab Oil – Ultimate DIY Guide and Recipes and the Shea Oil Complete Guide.

💡 Who needs Silken Touch specifically? Choose this bundle if you want lightweight, fast-absorbing oil-only formulations — for daily use, warm weather, baby massage, or if you dislike the heaviness of butter-based skincare. If you also want the option of richer, butter-based formulations, consider starting with a bundle that includes shea butter.

Q: What makes the Silken Touch bundle different from other Baraka mother-baby bundles?
A: Silken Touch is the only Baraka Mother-Baby bundle containing only oils — no butters. Both baobab oil and shea oil are fast-absorbing and lightweight, requiring no melting and leaving no greasy residue. It is specifically the right choice for those who prefer lighter textures and faster absorption.

How Do You Use the Silken Touch Bundle?

How to Get Started: No Melting, No Equipment, No Wait.

All four recipe books are included as instant-download digital PDFs after purchase. Both baobab oil and shea oil are liquid at room temperature — no double boiler, no microwave, no melting required. Measure, combine, and apply. This is the simplest formulation workflow in the entire Baraka Mother-Baby range. Start with any recipe in the four books that calls for a lightweight oil base — or simply blend the two oils directly and apply.

Three Ways to Start

1. Single-Oil Application (Simplest Possible Start)
Apply baobab oil or shea oil directly to skin — no mixing, no recipe needed. Baobab oil for its omega-rich nourishment; shea oil for its silky, oleic-acid-rich absorption. Either alone is a complete and effective application. The recipe books include single-oil application guidance.

2. Blended Two-Oil Formula
Combine baobab oil and shea oil in any ratio that suits your preference. More baobab oil adds omega-3, 6, and 9 depth; more shea oil adds oleic acid and silkiness. Neither is right or wrong — the blend is yours. No equipment needed beyond a small bowl and a measuring spoon.

3. Recipe-Guided Formulations
Choose any lightweight oil-based recipe from the four recipe books. The recipe library includes facial serums, baby massage blends, lightweight body oils, and warm-weather treatments — all formulated around oil bases that work perfectly with baobab oil and shea oil.

Recipe Spotlight — Classic Two-Oil Baby Massage Blend

💚 A Simple Starting Recipe Using Both Oils

• Baobab Oil: 30ml — omega-rich nourishment
• Shea Oil: 20ml — silky fast absorption

Combine in a clean dark glass bottle. Shake gently. Apply a small amount to your palms, warm between hands, and use for baby massage or as a lightweight body oil. No heat, no mixing equipment, no waiting. See the full lightweight recipe library in your included recipe books.

Pro Tips for Best Results

• No melting needed: Both oils are liquid at room temperature year-round in most climates — no double boiler required for any recipe using only these two oils
• Dark glass bottles are ideal: Store finished oil blends in dark glass bottles away from sunlight to preserve the natural properties of both oils
• Warm in your palms: For baby massage and body oil applications, warm a small amount between your palms before applying — both oils spread easily with minimal amount needed
• Patch test always: Apply a small amount to your inner arm and wait 24 hours before first use — for both you and baby
• Layer with butter products: If you also use butter-based formulations, apply shea oil or baobab oil first as a lightweight base layer, then layer butter balms on top for a richer finish

For more DIY inspiration, see the Baobab Oil – Ultimate DIY Guide and Recipes, the Shea Oil Complete Guide, DIY Baby Balm: A Simple Natural Recipe for Sensitive Baby Skin, and Natural Skincare for Pregnancy and Babies.

Q: Do I need any equipment to use this bundle?
A: Minimal. Both oils are liquid at room temperature — no double boiler, no microwave, and no melting is required. You need only a measuring spoon, a small bowl or bottle, and a clean container for storage. This is the simplest formulation workflow in the Baraka range.

Silken Touch vs. Other Mother-Baby Bundles: Which Should You Choose?

The key difference: Silken Touch is the only Baraka Mother-Baby bundle containing only oils — no butters. If you want the fastest-absorbing, most lightweight formulations possible with no melting required, this is the bundle. If you want the full texture range from light to rich, a butter-containing bundle will give you more formulation options.

How Does Silken Touch Compare Within the Mother-Baby Range?

Feature	Silken Touch	Gentle Beginnings	Nourishing Essentials	Rich Restoration
Ingredients	Baobab Oil · Shea Oil	Shea Butter · Coconut Oil · Shea Oil	Shea Butter · Coconut Oil · Baobab Oil · Shea Oil	Shea Butter · Cocoa Butter · Red Palm Oil · Baobab Oil
Ingredient Count	2 — oils only	3 — one butter, two oils	4 — one butter, three oils	4 — two butters, two oils
Texture Range	Lightweight oil only — no thick balms possible	Light to medium — butter gives body	Light to rich — full texture range	Rich to intensive — butter-forward formulations
Melting Required?	No — both oils are liquid at room temperature	Yes — shea butter requires gentle melting	Yes — shea butter requires gentle melting	Yes — butters require gentle melting
Best For	Lightweight daily use, baby massage, warm weather, busy routines	Newborns, sensitive skin, minimalist approach	All-round starter, versatile use, beginners	Intensive nourishment, pregnancy, postpartum scar care
Recipe Books	4 books · 100 recipes	4 books · 100 recipes	4 books · 100 recipes	4 books · 100 recipes

What Makes Silken Touch Distinctive

No other bundle in the Baraka Mother-Baby range is oil-only. Baobab oil and shea oil share a complementary botanical relationship — baobab provides one of the broadest omega fatty acid profiles (omega-3, 6, and 9) of any botanical oil, while shea oil is the liquid fraction of shea butter, concentrated in oleic acid and maximally compatible with baobab oil. Together they create formulations that absorb immediately, feel silky, and leave no residue — the specific properties that butter-containing bundles cannot replicate at any ratio. Learn more in the Baobab Oil – Ultimate DIY Guide and Recipes and the Shea Oil Complete Guide.

Why Choose Baraka?

• 🌍 Direct from Source: Baobab oil wild-harvested from ancient baobab trees in Northern Ghana · shea oil traditionally extracted by women's cooperatives at the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre — both fully traceable
• 👐 Traditional Craftsmanship: Traditional, hand-made processing preserves omega fatty acids, oleic acid, vitamins A, D, E, and F across both oils
• ⚖️ Fair Trade Verified: Your purchase supports fair wages and community development for producers in Northern Ghana
• 🌱 Completely Unrefined: No refining, no bleaching, no deodorizing — real oils in their natural state with all botanical properties intact
• 📚 100 Expert Recipes: Four comprehensive recipe books including lightweight oil-based formulations for pregnancy, postpartum, and baby care

Q: Can I use Silken Touch alongside a butter-containing bundle?
A: Yes — baobab oil and shea oil work as excellent companions to any butter-based formulation. Apply them first as a lightweight base layer, then layer a butter balm on top for a richer finish, or use them independently for days when you want a lighter feel. Many people use Silken Touch daily and reach for a butter-containing bundle for richer treatments in cooler weather.

What Size Silken Touch Bundle Should I Buy?

Not sure which size? The 50g starter kit gives you 50g of each oil — enough to make several blends from the recipe books and experience the full Silken Touch formula. For ongoing daily use through pregnancy and postpartum, the 250g or 500g sizes offer better value. Both raw oils last 2+ years stored properly — and because these are oils, they are easy to measure and use in small quantities for daily application, making them last longer than butter-based products.

Kit Size Comparison

Size	You Receive	Duration	Best For
50g of each	50g each × 2 oils + 4 recipe books	Small batches — try the oils	First-time users, recipe exploration
100g of each	100g each × 2 oils + 4 recipe books	2–3 months daily use	Personal daily use, early pregnancy or newborn stage
250g of each	250g each × 2 oils + 4 recipe books	4–6 months	Full pregnancy coverage, regular daily use
500g of each	500g each × 2 oils + 4 recipe books	6–9 months	Pregnancy through postpartum, daily use plus baby massage
1kg of each	1kg each × 2 oils + 4 recipe books	9–12 months	Committed daily use, gift-making, extended family use
2kg of each	2kg each × 2 oils + 4 recipe books	Heavy use or multiple children	Heavy use, gift-making, small business

Smart Reasons to Go Bigger

• 💰 Better value per gram: Larger sizes offer significant per-gram savings — bundle pricing is already discounted versus buying each oil separately
• 🍼 Daily baby massage: If you use these oils daily for baby massage, a larger size provides uninterrupted supply for the full newborn-to-toddler period
• 🎁 Gift-making: Larger sizes let you make lightweight oil blends as meaningful gifts for expecting friends and new parents
• 📅 Long shelf life: Both raw oils last 2+ years stored properly — buying bigger is practical with no rush to use them up
• 🌞 Year-round daily use: If you prefer oil-based skincare as your daily routine, larger sizes ensure you never run out during the seasons when these lightweight formulas are most appreciated

For professional or larger production sourcing, the Wholesale and Bulk Shea Butter: Supply for Soap Makers, Formulators, and Small Manufacturers page has everything you need for larger quantities of any Baraka ingredient.

💰 Smart Shopper Tip: For daily baby massage oil use, the 100g size of each oil provides approximately 2–3 months of regular use — the 250g size is the most economical choice for full pregnancy-through-newborn coverage without reordering.

Where Does the Silken Touch Bundle Come From?

Your Silken Touch bundle begins its journey in two distinct landscapes of Northern Ghana, West Africa — where both botanical oils share the same community-based tradition of skilled, hand-made production. From wild baobab trees — some over 1,000 years old — in Ghana's Northern savanna come the seeds traditionally cold-pressed into the omega-rich, vitamin-dense baobab oil that absorbs immediately on contact with skin. These ancient trees are wild-harvested by community members who have known each tree for generations, pressing the seeds using traditional methods that preserve every omega fatty acid and vitamin intact. From the same Northern savanna communities, the shea oil in your kit is traditionally extracted by members of the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre — the liquid fraction of the same shea butter Baraka has sourced from Ghana's cooperatives for years, separated using traditional methods and bottled in its pure, unrefined state.

The women who handcraft the shea oil in your kit are skilled artisans at the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre — a community-built facility that gives cooperatives the tools and space to produce the highest quality handmade shea products. They are themselves mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers who have used these same botanical oils on their own babies for generations. Watch Celebrating Mothers: Felicia Solomon to meet one of the producers whose hands craft the shea oil in your Silken Touch bundle. When you apply these oils during your pregnancy or use them for your baby's daily massage, you are using ingredients made by mothers in Ghana who have done the same for their own children.

Every purchase of the Silken Touch bundle creates direct impact for the women and communities in Northern Ghana who make these two oils possible. Fair wages support children's education, healthcare access, and community infrastructure. Learn more in Fair Trade Shea Butter: The Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre Story and The Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre: How Baraka's Cooperative Partnership Works. Read the Baraka Social & Environmental Impact Report to see exactly what your purchase creates.

Baraka is certified fair trade, naturally organic in practice, and committed to full transparency at every step of the supply chain. No mystery ingredients. No shortcuts. No compromises on the traditional methods that make these two botanical oils trustworthy for your skin and your baby's most sensitive skin.

From mothers in Ghana — to mothers everywhere.

What's In the Silken Touch Bundle?

Ingredients & Specifications: Pure & Lightweight

Bundle Type: Raw ingredient bundle — two West African botanical oils (no butters) plus four digital recipe books (100 recipes total)

Kit Sizes: 50g · 100g · 250g · 500g · 1kg · 2kg of each oil

Processing: Traditional, hand-made, completely unrefined

Origin: Northern Ghana, West Africa

The Two Bundle Oils

Baobab Oil — INCI: Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Seed Oil. Northern Ghana — wild-harvested from ancient baobab trees. Unrefined. Exceptionally rich in omega-3, 6, and 9 fatty acids plus vitamins A, D, E, and F. Fast-absorbing and lightweight — one of the broadest omega fatty acid profiles of any botanical oil. Silky dry finish with no greasy residue. Safe for newborns. Learn more in the Baobab Oil – Ultimate DIY Guide and Recipes.

Shea Oil — INCI: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil. Northern Ghana — traditionally extracted by women's cooperatives at the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre. Unrefined. The liquid fraction of shea butter, concentrated in oleic acid. Rich in vitamins A, E, and F. Lightweight, fast-absorbing, and silky — all the botanical nourishment of the shea tree in a lightweight oil form. Maximally compatible with baobab oil. Safe for newborns. Learn more in the Shea Oil Complete Guide.

The Four Recipe Books

• DIY Formulations for the Motherhood Journey — 25 recipes · pregnancy through postpartum support
• African Treasures: DIY Recipes for Pregnancy & Beyond — 25 recipes · traditional African botanical wellness practices
• Traditional DIY Shea Remedies — 25 recipes · shea butter's traditional botanical properties
• Nurture & Nourish: DIY Remedies for Mother & Baby — 25 recipes · pregnancy through toddlerhood

All four recipe books are delivered as instant-download digital PDFs immediately after purchase.

What You'll Experience — The Silken Touch Oils

• Baobab Oil: Light golden to clear · mild clean aroma · silky and lightweight · absorbs within seconds
• Shea Oil: Light golden to clear · very mild nutty aroma · silky and fast-absorbing · slightly richer feel than baobab
• Finished Blends: Clear to light golden · very mild natural aroma · dry and silky finish · no greasy residue
• No Melting Needed: Both oils are liquid at room temperature in most climates — ready to use directly from the bottle
• Natural Variations: Colour and aroma may vary slightly between batches — a sign of genuine, traditionally processed ingredients, not a defect

Keeping It Fresh

• Both raw oils: Cool, dry place — 60–70°F (15–21°C), away from direct sunlight and heat · 2+ years shelf life · store in dark glass bottles for best results
• Finished oil blends: Store in dark glass bottles away from sunlight · use within 6–12 months for best results

Signs of Authenticity

Premium unrefined baobab oil is light golden to clear with a mild, clean aroma — if artificially pale or odourless, it may have been refined or cut with other oils. Premium unrefined shea oil is light golden to clear with a very mild, slightly nutty aroma — same as premium shea butter, its parent plant. Both should feel silky and absorb quickly without residue. Natural batch-to-batch variation in colour and aroma is a sign of genuine traditional craftsmanship. Learn more in the Baobab Oil – Ultimate DIY Guide and Recipes and Natural Ingredient Certifications for Cosmetics: What Do They Actually Mean?.

Got Questions? We've Got Answers.

Q: What is the Silken Touch: Mother-Baby DIY Skincare Bundle?
A: It is Baraka's only oil-only Mother-Baby bundle — two traditionally handcrafted, unrefined botanical oils (baobab oil and shea oil from Northern Ghana) plus four digital recipe books with 100 total DIY recipes. No butters, no melting required, no greasy residue.

Q: What's included in the bundle?
A: Equal amounts of baobab oil and shea oil at your chosen size, plus four digital recipe books (PDF download) with 100 total recipes. Recipe books are delivered as instant downloads immediately after purchase.

Q: What makes Silken Touch different from other Baraka mother-baby bundles?
A: Silken Touch is the only Baraka Mother-Baby bundle containing only oils — no butters. Both oils are fast-absorbing and lightweight, requiring no melting and leaving no greasy residue. It is specifically designed for those who prefer lighter textures and faster absorption.

Q: Do I need to melt these oils?
A: No — both baobab oil and shea oil are liquid at room temperature. No double boiler, no microwave, and no melting is required. Measure, combine, and apply. This is the simplest formulation workflow in the Baraka range.

Q: Is this bundle good for baby massage?
A: Yes — both oils absorb quickly and leave no greasy residue on baby's clothing or bedding. They are gentle, nourishing, and well-suited to daily bonding massage and lightweight newborn skin care. Always do a patch test first — apply a small amount to baby's inner arm and wait 24 hours.

Q: Can I make thick balms with this bundle?
A: No — without butters, formulations will be oil-based and liquid at room temperature. The Silken Touch bundle is specifically designed for lightweight, fast-absorbing oil formulations. For thicker balms, the Nourishing Essentials: Mother & Baby DIY Skincare Bundle includes baobab oil alongside shea butter and additional oils.

Q: Are these oils safe during pregnancy?
A: Yes. Both oils are pure, natural, and widely used for pregnancy skincare. They contain no synthetic chemicals, preservatives, or artificial fragrances. Always do a patch test first. The recipe books include specific guidance for pregnancy-safe formulations.

Q: Are these oils safe for newborns?
A: Yes. Baobab oil and shea oil are both gentle and widely used on baby skin. Always do a patch test first — apply a small amount to baby's inner arm and wait 24 hours. The recipe books include baby-safe formulation guidance.

Q: What format are the recipe books?
A: Digital PDF downloads. You'll receive instant access to all four books immediately after purchase — no waiting for shipping.

Q: How long do the raw oils last?
A: Both raw oils last 2+ years when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat — 60–70°F (15–21°C) is ideal, in dark glass bottles where possible. Finished oil blends are best used within 6–12 months.

Q: Does buying this bundle support the women in Ghana?
A: Yes. Every Silken Touch purchase supports fair trade cooperatives in Northern Ghana — the baobab oil producers who wild-harvest from ancient baobab trees, and the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre who traditionally extract the shea oil. Read more in the Baraka Social & Environmental Impact Report.