Unrefined Cocoa Butter Pastilles
Description:
Unrefined cocoa butter pastilles are small, disc-shaped pieces of pure cocoa butter that have been mechanically pressed from roasted cocoa beans and left in their natural, raw state. They retain the characteristic rich, chocolatey aroma and pale yellow to ivory color. Being unrefined, they are free from bleaching or deodorizing chemicals, preserving more of the natural antioxidants, fatty acids, and nutrients present in cocoa butter.
These pastilles are easy to measure and melt, making them ideal for both DIY and professional formulations in skin care, hair care, and food applications.
INCI Name: Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Texture: Solid at room temperature, melts at ~34–38°C (93–100°F)
Aroma: Strong natural chocolate scent
Shelf Life: 1–2 years (store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight)
Usage Rates (General Guidelines):
| Application | Usage Rate | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Lotions & Creams | 3–15% | Adds emollience, body, and richness |
| Body Butters | 5–100% (often 10–50%) | Main butter for nourishing skin |
| Lip Balms | 5–20% | Firming agent, emollient, rich texture |
| Soaps (Cold/Hot Process) | 5–15% | Adds hardness, creamy lather, conditioning |
| Hair Products (e.g. masks, pomades) | 2–10% | Moisturizes, softens, adds shine |
| Massage Bars | 10–80% | Melts with body heat, glides smoothly |
| DIY Chocolate (edible)* | 30–50% (with cocoa powder and sweetener) | Base fat for confections |