Fornitore: Baraka Shea Butter
Tender Care Repair (DIY Skincare Kit)
Descrizione
Two Forms of Shea. One Repairing Balm. Made by You.
The Tender Care Repair (DIY Skincare Kit) pairs two forms of Ghana's most trusted botanical — rich shea butter and light shea oil — into one simple kit for crafting a gentle, skin-conditioning balm at home in about 15 minutes. Shea butter provides the deep, nourishing base, while shea oil lightens the texture for a smooth, easily absorbed balm ideal for postpartum skin care and daily conditioning of tender, dry areas. Both are traditional, hand-made, and completely unrefined, sourced directly from Northern Ghana. The step-by-step recipe is included with every kit. Part of Baraka's Mother & Baby Series.
Why You'll Love It
- Raw Shea Butter — Pure, Unrefined & Handmade in Ghana — the rich, deeply nourishing base
- Raw Shea Butter — Pure, Unrefined & Handmade in Ghana (shea oil) — the same shea in a light, fast-absorbing liquid form that smooths the balm
See it made in about 15 minutes
Watch the Tender Care Repair balm come together from start to finish — two forms of traditional, hand-made, completely unrefined shea melted, blended, and set into a gentle, skin-conditioning balm. The same step-by-step recipe is included with every kit.
▶ Watch how it's made on YouTube
Quick Specs:
- Kit Contents: Shea Butter · Shea Oil — plus step-by-step recipe
- Sizes: 50g · 100g · 250g · 500g · 1kg · 2kg of each
- Processing: Traditional, hand-made, completely unrefined
- Origin: Northern Ghana — shea butter & shea oil
- Purity: 100% pure single-ingredient components
- Shelf Life: 18–24 months raw ingredients · 6–12 months finished balm
- Skill Level: Complete beginner — melt, blend, set, done in 15 minutes
Perfect For:
- Postpartum skin care — gentle conditioning for tender, recovering skin
- Daily moisturizing for dry, sensitive, or easily irritated areas
- Soothing the look of dry, tight, or rough skin with pure shea
- A simple, fragrance-free balm for mothers and babies alike
- Conditioning dry hands, elbows, and cracked heels
- Thoughtful, practical gifts for new mothers and baby showers
Key Takeaways:
- Two forms of pure shea — rich butter and light oil, nothing else
- Gentle and fragrance-free — ideal for postpartum and sensitive skin
- The simplest way to make a smooth, conditioning shea balm at home
- Save nearly 50% compared to buying each component individually
👉 Order now and support the women of the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre in Ghana
What Is Tender Care Repair Good For?
The quick answer: The Tender Care Repair (DIY Skincare Kit) lets you make a gentle, skin-conditioning balm using two forms of pure, unrefined shea — rich shea butter for a deeply nourishing base and light shea oil to smooth the texture. Ideal for postpartum skin care and daily conditioning of tender, dry, or sensitive skin for mothers and babies alike.
What Each Component Contributes
| Component | What It Contributes | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Shea Butter | Deep, rich nourishment · vitamins A, E, and F · breathable barrier without clogging pores · traditionally used to condition and soothe the look of dry, tender skin | Northern Ghana — handcrafted by women's cooperatives |
| Shea Oil | The same nourishing shea in a light, pourable form · smooths and lightens the balm · absorbs quickly so the finished balm feels gentle, not heavy | Northern Ghana — from the same traditionally processed shea |
Using two forms of shea is the secret to the balm's texture. Shea butter alone can feel dense; shea oil alone lacks the cushioning richness of the butter. Blended together, the butter provides deep, conditioning nourishment while the oil lightens and smooths, creating a balm that glides on and absorbs gently — exactly what tender, postpartum, or sensitive skin needs. Both come from the same pure, unrefined shea, so the whole balm is a single botanical in two complementary forms. Learn more in Shea Butter Benefits: The Complete Guide to What Raw Shea Butter Does for Skin, Hair, and DIY and Natural Skincare for Pregnancy and Babies: What Is Safe, What to Avoid, and How to Use It.
Who You Are & How You'll Use It
| Who You Are | How You'll Use It |
|---|---|
| Postpartum Mothers | Condition tender, recovering skin gently — a simple, fragrance-free balm for daily self-care |
| New Parents | Use the gentle balm for baby's dry patches and your own tired, dry skin alike |
| Sensitive Skin Sufferers | Choose a pure, single-botanical balm with no fragrance and no additives to react to |
| Natural-Living Families | Make a transparent two-component balm — pure shea in two forms, nothing else |
| Gift Givers | Give new mothers a thoughtful, handmade gift with a real fair trade story |
Year-Round Comfort: The gentle balm conditions skin through cold, dry winter months and soothes summer skin alike, and works well beyond postpartum care as a daily conditioning balm for the whole family. For more, see Shea Butter for Babies.
💡 Why two forms of shea instead of one? A balm made only from shea butter can feel heavy; one made only from shea oil lacks staying power. Combining the two gives you the deep conditioning of the butter with the light, smooth feel of the oil — the best of both in one simple recipe.
Q: Is Tender Care Repair gentle enough for postpartum and sensitive skin?
A: Yes — it is deliberately simple: two forms of pure, unrefined shea and nothing else, with no fragrance or additives by default. This makes it a popular choice for tender postpartum skin and sensitive skin. Always patch test first, and check with your healthcare provider if you have specific concerns.
How Do You Make Tender Care Repair?
How to Make Your Balm: Melt, Blend, Set. Gently melt the shea butter, blend in the shea oil, and allow to set into a smooth, conditioning balm. The whole process takes about 15 minutes — no whipping required. The full recipe is included with your kit.
Tender Care Repair — Step by Step
1. Melt the Shea Butter (5–8 minutes)
Place the shea butter in a heat-safe glass bowl over a double boiler, or microwave in short 15-second bursts, stirring between each. Melt gently until completely liquid — low heat preserves the vitamins in the unrefined shea.
2. Blend in the Shea Oil (1–2 minutes)
Remove from heat and stir in the shea oil until fully combined. The oil lightens and smooths the melted butter, giving the finished balm its gentle, easily absorbed texture.
3. Add Optional Essential Oils
For a scented balm, add 3–5 drops of a gentle essential oil such as lavender or chamomile during cooling. For postpartum or baby use, keep it fragrance-free, or use just 1–2 drops of lavender for babies 3 months and older. Skip essential oils entirely for newborns under 3 months.
4. Pour and Set (5–8 minutes)
Pour into a clean, dry, airtight container and allow to set at room temperature until firm. Your Tender Care Repair balm is ready.
The Classic Tender Care Repair Recipe
💚 Tender Care Repair — Classic Formula
- Shea butter: 70g — the rich, conditioning base
- Shea oil: 30ml — to lighten and smooth
- Optional: 3–5 drops lavender or chamomile (adults) · 1–2 drops for babies 3+ months · none for newborns
Makes: ~100g finished balm from the starter recipe ratio · Shelf Life: 6–12 months in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
Pro Tips for Best Results
- Gentle heat only: Melt the shea butter slowly to preserve its vitamins
- Adjust the texture: More shea oil gives a softer, more spreadable balm; more butter gives a firmer one
- Cool steadily: Let it set at room temperature for the smoothest result — rapid chilling can cause graininess
- Fragrance-free for tender skin: For postpartum and baby use, the plain two-shea balm is often the best choice
- Patch test always: Apply a small amount and wait 24 hours before first full use
If your balm sets grainy, the shea cooled too quickly — gently re-melt and let it set more slowly. Slight graininess melts away on contact with warm skin and does not affect quality.
💡 Bonus Tip: Keep a small jar by the bedside and another in the bathroom — this gentle balm is as lovely for a mother's evening self-care as it is for daily skin conditioning. For more, see How to Make DIY Body Butter.
Q: How much balm does this kit make and how long will it last?
A: The starter recipe ratio makes approximately 100g of finished balm — enough for several weeks of daily conditioning. Larger kit sizes make proportionally more. The finished balm stays fresh 6–12 months in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.
Tender Care Repair vs. Alternatives: Which Should You Choose?
The key difference: the Tender Care Repair kit creates a pure two-form shea balm with complete ingredient transparency — no fragrance, no preservatives, no additives, just shea in two complementary forms. Commercial repair balms often carry long ingredient lists; plain shea butter alone can feel heavy. This balm gives you the deep conditioning of butter with the light feel of oil.
How Does Tender Care Repair Compare?
| Feature | Tender Care Repair Kit | Commercial Repair Balm | Plain Shea Butter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ingredients | 2 forms of pure, unrefined shea — fully traceable from Ghana | Often 15–30+ ingredients including preservatives and fragrance | 1 form — rich but can feel heavy |
| Texture | Smooth, conditioning — butter's richness, oil's light feel | Varies by formulation | Dense — slower to absorb |
| Fragrance | None by default — ideal for tender skin | Often synthetic fragrance | Natural nutty shea scent |
| Suitability | Gentle for postpartum, baby, and sensitive skin | Depends on ingredients | Gentle, single ingredient |
| Transparency | Complete — you made it, from one pure botanical | Complex proprietary ingredient lists | Complete for single form |
| Processing | Traditional, hand-made — full natural compound retention | Industrial — synthetic formulation | Varies by supplier |
| Ethics | Fair trade — supports women's cooperatives in Ghana | No impact connection | Depends on supplier |
Why Two Forms of Shea Work So Well
It comes down to texture and gentleness. Shea butter delivers deep, rich conditioning but on its own can feel heavy and slow to absorb. Shea oil carries the same nourishing shea in a light, pourable form that absorbs quickly. Blended, they give you a balm that conditions deeply yet feels smooth and gentle — and because both come from the same pure, unrefined shea, the entire balm is a single botanical with nothing else added. For tender, postpartum, or sensitive skin, that simplicity is exactly the point.
Why Choose Baraka?
- 🌍 Direct from Source: Both the shea butter and shea oil come from shea handcrafted by women's cooperatives in Northern Ghana
- 👐 Traditional Craftsmanship: Hand-made processing preserves the vitamins and fatty acids that industrial refining strips away
- ⚖️ Fair Trade Verified: Your purchase supports fair wages and community development for producers in Ghana
- 🌱 Completely Unrefined: No refining, no bleaching, no deodorizing — real shea in its natural state
- 👶 Mother & Baby Series: Part of a complete collection of kits designed for motherhood and babyhood
Q: Is a homemade shea balm better than a commercial repair balm?
A: For simplicity and transparency, many people think so. Commercial repair balms often contain preservatives and synthetic fragrances. This balm is pure shea in two forms — you control it completely, and there is nothing in it to react to, which makes it especially suited to tender and sensitive skin.
What Size Tender Care Repair Should I Buy?
Not sure which size? Start with 50g of each for a first batch — it makes about 100g of finished balm, perfect for trying the recipe. Choose 100g–250g for regular use and gift-making, and 500g and above for heavy use or small-batch production. Raw shea butter and shea oil last 18–24 months stored properly.
Kit Size Comparison
| Size | Approximate Yield | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 50g of each | ~100g finished balm | First-time makers, trying the recipe |
| 100g of each | ~200g finished balm | Regular use, small gifts |
| 250g of each | ~500g finished balm | Frequent use, postpartum supply, gift-making |
| 500g of each | ~1kg finished balm | Heavy users, larger families, small business testing |
| 1kg of each | ~2kg finished balm | Small business production, workshops |
| 2kg of each | ~4kg finished balm | Commercial use, high-volume production |
Smart Reasons to Go Bigger
- 💰 Better value per gram: Larger sizes offer significant per-gram savings — nearly 50% off versus buying each component individually
- ⏰ Always ready: Raw shea butter and oil last 18–24 months stored properly — no running out during daily postpartum care
- 🎁 Gift-making: Larger kits make enough for your own use plus baby shower gifts for new mothers
- ♻️ Less packaging: More product, less waste, smaller environmental footprint
- 📈 Scale up: Larger sizes support small-batch production for makers and small businesses
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.
💰 Smart Shopper Tip: Start with 50g to try it. For ongoing postpartum and family use, the 250g size offers the best balance of value and supply.
Where Does Tender Care Repair Come From?
Your Tender Care Repair kit begins its journey in the Northern savanna of Ghana, West Africa — where both the shea butter and the shea oil are made from the same treasured botanical. Wild shea trees, some over 200 years old, produce the nuts that members of the Konjeihi Women's Enterprise Centre gather and process by hand. From that same traditional process come two forms: the rich, whipped butter and the light, pressed oil — both used for generations to condition and care for skin, including the tender skin of new mothers and babies.
The women who make the shea in your kit are skilled artisans carrying forward knowledge passed through generations 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. Watch Celebrating Mothers: Felicia Solomon to meet one of the producers whose hands craft the shea in your kit. These skilled artisans are often mothers themselves — when they make the shea that will condition your skin, they bring the same care you bring when you apply it.
These traditional methods matter: hand-processing preserves the vitamins and fatty acids that industrial refining strips away. Nothing is bleached, deodorized, or chemically processed — the shea arrives exactly as generations of Ghanaian mothers have made and used it.
Every purchase creates direct impact for the women and communities in Ghana who make this shea 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 Baraka Social & Environmental Impact Report.
Baraka is certified fair trade, naturally organic in practice, and committed to full transparency at every step of the supply chain.
From mothers in Ghana — to mothers everywhere.
What's In the Tender Care Repair Kit?
Ingredients & Specifications: Pure & Simple
Ingredients: 100% pure shea butter and 100% pure shea oil — plus step-by-step recipe
INCI Names: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter · Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil
Common Names: Raw shea butter, karité · shea oil, liquid shea
What Makes It Work: Shea butter is rich in vitamins A, E, and F with a fatty acid profile close to skin's own oils, giving deep conditioning. Shea oil carries the same nourishing components in a light, fast-absorbing form that smooths the finished balm. Because both come from the same pure, unrefined shea, the balm is a single botanical in two complementary forms. If you have a tree nut allergy, consult a professional before using shea-derived products.
What You'll Experience — The Finished Balm
- Appearance: Smooth, creamy balm — ivory to light cream colour
- Texture: Conditioning yet gentle — the richness of butter with the smooth glide of oil
- Aroma: Subtle and natural — a mild, nutty shea scent, or fragrance-free character
- Absorption: Smooth and gentle — the shea oil helps it absorb without heaviness
- Natural Variations: Colour and scent may vary slightly between batches — a sign of genuine unrefined shea
Keeping It Fresh: Store raw ingredients in a cool, dry place — 60–70°F (15–21°C), away from direct sunlight — for an 18–24 month shelf life. The finished balm keeps 6–12 months in a clean, airtight container; it may soften in warm weather, so refrigerate briefly before use if needed.
Signs of Authenticity: Genuine unrefined shea naturally varies between batches. Premium shea butter ranges from ivory to light yellow with a subtle nutty aroma; pure white or odourless shea indicates refining that removes beneficial compounds. Premium shea oil is clear to light golden with a mild, clean aroma. Learn more in Decoding Shea Butter.
The traditional use of shea in skincare — including for postpartum and tender skin — is well-documented across West Africa and increasingly supported by published research, though published studies are not the same as regulatory approval, and we make no medical claims. If you'd like to explore the evidence yourself, useful searches include "shea butter skin research", "shea butter postpartum skin", and "shea butter contraindicated". Customer experience often tells its own story — you can read what Baraka customers say about Baraka shea butter.
Got Questions? We've Got Answers.
Q: What is the Tender Care Repair (DIY Skincare Kit)?
A: It is a physical kit containing two forms of traditionally handcrafted, unrefined shea — rich shea butter and light shea oil — plus a step-by-step recipe. Everything you need to make a gentle, skin-conditioning balm for postpartum and sensitive skin at home in about 15 minutes.
Q: What's in the kit — and what will I need that isn't included?
A: The kit includes both the shea butter and shea oil plus the recipe. You supply only basic kitchen tools: a heat-safe bowl, a spoon, and a clean airtight container. No special equipment needed.
Q: Is there a video showing how to make it?
A: Yes — a short how-to video is right on this page, showing the full melt, blend, and set process from start to finish.
Q: Is it gentle enough for postpartum and baby skin?
A: Yes. It is deliberately simple — two forms of pure, unrefined shea with no fragrance or additives by default. Always patch test first. For babies under 3 months, use the fragrance-free balm with no essential oils, and consult your healthcare provider with any concerns.
Q: How long does it take to make, and how much does the kit make?
A: About 15 minutes of active time. The starter recipe ratio makes approximately 100g of finished balm — enough for several weeks of daily conditioning.
Q: Why does the kit use two forms of shea instead of one?
A: Shea butter alone can feel heavy, and shea oil alone lacks staying power. Combining them gives you the deep conditioning of the butter with the light, smooth feel of the oil — a better balm than either form alone, from a single pure botanical.
Q: How should I store it, and how long does it last?
A: Store the finished balm in a clean, airtight container in a cool, dry place — it stays fresh 6–12 months. Raw ingredients last 18–24 months. It may soften in warm weather; refrigerate briefly before use if needed.
Q: Can I make it firmer or softer?
A: Yes. Use more shea butter for a firmer balm, or more shea oil for a softer, more spreadable one. Adjust the ratio to suit your preference and climate.
Q: Is this suitable for sensitive skin and allergies?
A: Its single-botanical simplicity makes it a popular choice for sensitive skin. Always patch test first. If you have a tree nut allergy, consult a professional before using shea-derived products.
Q: Does buying this kit support the women in Ghana?
A: Yes. Every purchase supports fair trade women's cooperatives in Northern Ghana who handcraft the shea butter and shea oil. Read the Baraka Social & Environmental Impact Report to see what your purchase creates.
