Soap Base Shea Butter Melta 12 kg

Bulk Shea Butter Melt and Pour Base Built for Consistent Batch Production

The 12 kg Soap Base Shea Butter Melta belongs to the Melt and Pour Soap Bases category and is aimed at workshops and small manufacturing lines that need a reliable supply of raw material without frequent reordering. This block size suits studios producing hotel amenity bars, gift sets, wedding favors and small-batch skincare lines that rely on a melt-and-pour process rather than cold process methods. Shea butter in the formula softens the texture of the finished bar, reduces brittleness when unmolding and gives the surface a dense, non-sticky finish that holds up well in packaging and shipping.

Beyond classic soap bars, this raw material is widely used for spa gift items, promotional bars for corporate events, and educational kits for workshops teaching melt-and-pour techniques to hobbyists and small brands. The base melts at roughly 60-70 degrees Celsius using a double boiler or a dedicated wax and base melter, and it is important to avoid heating it above 75 degrees, since overheating can degrade the shea butter content and lead to an uneven, grainy finish once cooled. Once melted, additives are blended in gradually: fragrance or essential oils are typically used at 1-3 grams per 100 grams of base, cosmetic colorants are added drop by drop depending on the desired shade intensity, and dry inclusions such as ground oatmeal, poppy seeds or clay are stirred in once the mixture has cooled slightly so particles stay suspended rather than sinking to the bottom of the mold.

Melta Shea blends well with other bases, allowing manufacturers to fine-tune texture and function across a product line. For a lighter, less dense consistency it is often combined with Soap base Specif Tempo Shea Butter, 1 kg, while adding a portion of Soap base Crystal Shea 11.5kg improves clarity for bars where a more translucent finish is desired. When a richer, more nourishing bar is the goal, part of the Melta Shea batch can be substituted with Soap base Melta Olive 12 kg — the combination of shea and olive oil creates a softer, more emollient bar suited for sensitive skin formulations.

For storage, the block should be kept in a dry, cool space away from direct sunlight, heat sources and strong odors, ideally in its original packaging or a sealed container, since the base tends to absorb surrounding scents over time. Proper storage conditions keep the raw material stable for extended periods, which makes the 12 kg format cost-effective for producers running regular batches rather than one-off projects. For larger production runs it helps to pre-cut the block into smaller cubes before melting, which shortens melting time and reduces the risk of localized overheating.

When dosing fragrance and color, adding small amounts gradually while stirring gives better control over the final result and prevents overuse of concentrated additives. Pour the melted mixture into molds soon after blending in additives, before the temperature drops close to the setting point, otherwise surface streaking can occur. Finished bars should be left to set at room temperature for several hours rather than rushed in a refrigerator, which can cause condensation on the surface and affect the finish.

Shea and Honey Nourishing Bar

Melta Shea base 1000 g

Liquid honey 30 g

Sweet almond oil 15 ml

Vanilla fragrance oil 10 ml

Golden mica powder 2 g

Cut the base into cubes and melt it in a double boiler until fully liquid, avoiding boiling. Remove from heat, stir in the sweet almond oil and honey until evenly combined, then blend in the mica powder for a soft golden tone. Once the mixture cools to around 50 degrees Celsius, add the vanilla fragrance oil, stir gently and pour into molds, allowing the bars to set at room temperature for several hours until fully firm.