Cocoa Butter: The Silky-Smooth Secret Behind Many of our Favourites

Mmmm... yum! We had a fresh shipment of cocoa butter arrive at the workshop today and honestly, the smell alone is enough to make your shoulders drop and your tummy rumble. If you've ever walked past us on a melting day, that chocolatey warmth you can smell? That's this magic.

You might already associate cocoa butter with chocolate-making, but it's just as much of a hero in natural skincare. At Nature Body, it's one of our staple ingredients - you'll find it in our Probiotic Eczema Balm, Probiotic Deodorant tubes, Healing Balm, Magnesium Foot Balm, Cold Sore Balm, and of course, our Lip Balms. It's the quiet achiever that brings richness, stability, and beautiful nourishment to all of these products.

 

Why we love cocoa butter (and why your skin does too)

Cocoa butter is naturally rich in fatty acids — the kind your skin absolutely adores. These create a protective barrier that locks in moisture, softens dry patches, and keeps skin feeling supple and hydrated all day long. But it's not just about hydration. Cocoa butter is packed with antioxidants like polyphenols and vitamin E, which help calm inflammation, support skin repair, and defend against environmental stressors.

 

Here's what makes cocoa butter such a skincare superstar:

✅ Intense hydration

The blend of oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids works together to create lasting moisture. Perfect for dry skin days, winter elbows, and anyone who loves that soft, silky finish.

✅ Anti-Aging support

Those natural antioxidants help neutralise free radicals — keeping skin firm, smoothing texture, and supporting a more youthful appearance.

✅ Improves elasticity

Cocoa butter supports collagen and elastin, helping skin stay plump, resilient, and springy.

✅ Soothes irritated skin

Its natural emollient properties calm dryness, itchiness, and irritation — which is why you'll find it in our balms formulated for eczema, dermatitis, and compromised skin.

✅ Supports scar reduction

Deep moisture can help soften the look of scars and stretch marks over time — one of the reasons cocoa butter has been a pregnancy favourite for generations.

✅ Protects from environmental damage

The antioxidants and phytochemicals help shield skin from UV stress and environmental pollutants.

✅ Enhances skin tone

Improved moisture + cell regeneration = smoother, more balanced, more radiant skin.

 

How we use cocoa butter in our products

Because cocoa butter is firm at room temperature and melts beautifully on contact with skin, it's incredibly versatile. We use it in products where stability and moisture are essential:

• Probiotic Eczema Balm — deep nourishment for irritated, dry, or sensitive skin
• Healing Balm — cocoa butter helps create a soothing, protective layer
• Probiotic Deodorant Tubes — gives that smooth glide without residue
• Magnesium Foot Balm — softens rough heels and dry patches
• Lip Balms — locks in moisture and protects from the elements
• Coldsore Balm — helps soften the skin barrier while other actives do their work

 

Common Uses for Cocoa Butter (DIY or everyday)

Even outside of our formulas, cocoa butter is a gem on its own:

• Lotion bars and creams for rich, all-over hydration
• After-sun care for restoring moisture and soothing heat-affected skin
• Spot treatments for elbows, knees, heels, and anywhere that needs extra love

 

Why we choose natural cocoa butter

We use high-quality, natural cocoa butter that maintains its rich aroma and nutrient profile — no bleaching, no synthetic fragrances, no shortcuts. Just pure, sustainable goodness straight from nature.

And yes... every time the boxes arrive, we all take a moment to have a big inhale!