Shea butter is a butter made from the seeds of the African shea tree. Shea Butter is a natural emollient that can be applied to the skin and hair. It can help reduce dry, itchy skin or scalp and rid your hair of dandruff. It also has antibacterial properties and can be used to make soap. Shea Butter is incredibly moisturizing so many people like to use it when they have dry, rough, cracked skin on their knees or heels. Coconut Oil is a vegetable-based oil extracted from the meat of mature coconuts harvested from the coconut palm. Pure coconut oil has a very soft texture and does not feel greasy when applied to the skin, unlike some other oils such as olive or grapeseed. It is very fragrant and has anti-aging properties, which makes it a favorite among older women. It can be used as a hair moisturizer and to treat dandruff and even hair loss.