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Butter Up! Hands-On Shea Butter Making for Wellness

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Fri, Jul 25, 2025, 3:00 – 4:00 PM EDT
Virtual Online
Butter Up! Hands-On Shea Butter Making for Wellness
Course Description:
Butter Up! is an immersive, hands-on workshop where participants will learn the art and science of creating their own natural shea butter products. Rooted in ancestral knowledge and self-care traditions, this course invites attendees to explore the healing properties of shea butter while crafting personalized blends for skin and hair wellness.
Participants will be guided through every step—from understanding raw shea butter's origins and benefits to melting, mixing, and whipping their own custom creations using essential oils, herbs, and carrier oils. Alongside the hands-on experience, the course also includes conversations around holistic health, body positivity, cultural traditions, and the power of reclaiming natural care practices.
Whether you're looking to reduce chemical exposure, start a small business, or deepen your wellness rituals, this workshop offers the tools, techniques, and empowerment to do just that—naturally.

Core Ingredients Used:

  • Raw Shea Butter – deeply moisturizing and healing
  • Jojoba Oil – balances and nourishes skin
  • Vitamin E Oil – extends shelf life and supports skin repair
  • Pumpkinseed Oil – rich in zinc and essential fatty acids
  • Fragrances (Optional) – for those who want to personalize their blend with scent
You’ll Learn:
  • The history and cultural significance of shea butter
  • Benefits of natural skincare and wellness
  • Ingredients and techniques for shea butter formulation
  • How to safely use essential oils and herbal infusions
  • Packaging, labeling, and storage tips
  • Self-care as resistance and community healing
Who It’s For:
Open to teens, adults, CHWs, caregivers, creatives, and anyone curious about wellness, herbalism, or DIY body care. No experience necessary—just bring your hands and your heart!

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Instructors

Ava Amphey

Founder of Ava Marie's Botanical

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Location

Virtual Online