SheaMoisture Intensive Hydration Hand & Body Scrub with Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil

SheaMoisture Intensive Hydration Hand & Body Scrub with Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil is an invigorating, ultra-lush exfoliating body scrub formulated with Manuka honey, Mafura oil, Fair Trade shea butter, and baobab oil to gently buff away dry skin cells, instantly reduce rough skin, and super-boost skin’s hydration . This smoothing creme body scrub melts into the skin to give the perfect hydration your skin needs .
Manuka honey draws moisture into the skin while providing natural soothing benefits, and Mafura oil helps replenish natural oils and restore the skin’s moisture barrier . Fair Trade shea butter provides nourishing moisturization rich in essential fatty acids, while baobab and fig extracts deliver antioxidant protection and help smooth and restore softness . The ultra-lush, creamy formula buffs away dry, flaky skin cells without harsh scrubbing, leaving skin feeling silky smooth, soft, and radiant.
Formulated without parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, or sulfates, this scrub is cruelty-free, ethically traded, and sustainably produced . Pioneering community commerce and Fair Trade since 1912, this product is tested on the Tucker family for generations, never on animals. Perfect for those seeking a gentle, hydrating exfoliating scrub that smooths rough, dry skin and leaves it feeling soft, smooth, and deeply moisturized.
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SheaMoisture Intensive Hydration Hand & Body Scrub with Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil

PRIMARY USES

1. Exfoliating Body Scrub for Dry, Rough Skin
  • What it does: An invigorating, ultra-lush exfoliating body scrub formulated with Manuka honey, Mafura oil, Fair Trade shea butter, and baobab oil to gently buff away dry skin cells, instantly reduce rough skin, and super-boost skin’s hydration .
  • How it helps your skin: For the dermatologist treating patients with dry, rough, or bumpy skin, this provides an effective yet gentle exfoliating solution. For the customer whose skin feels rough, looks dull, or suffers from dry patches on elbows, knees, and heels, this means a scrub that buffs away dead skin cells while nourishing and hydrating, leaving skin feeling silky smooth, soft, and radiant .
2. Manuka Honey for Deep Hydration and Soothing
  • What it does: Manuka honey is known for its exceptional humectant and soothing properties, drawing moisture into the skin while providing natural antibacterial benefits .
  • How it helps your skin: For the customer with dry, irritated skin that needs both hydration and calming, Manuka honey provides dual benefits. For anyone whose skin feels uncomfortable or looks dull, this means a scrub that hydrates deeply while soothing and protecting.
3. Mafura Oil for Restorative Nourishment
  • What it does: Mafura seed butter is rich in beneficial fatty acids that help replenish natural oils, restore the skin’s moisture barrier, and nourish dry, distressed skin .
  • How it helps your skin: For the customer with skin that feels stripped, tight, or depleted of natural moisture, Mafura oil provides deep replenishment. For anyone whose skin loses hydration quickly, this means a scrub that helps restore and strengthen the skin’s natural defenses.
4. Fair Trade Shea Butter for Nourishing Moisturization
  • What it does: Certified organic Fair Trade shea butter is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins that deeply moisturize, nourish, and help restore the skin’s natural moisture barrier .
  • How it helps your skin: For the skincare professional focused on barrier health, shea butter provides trusted restorative benefits. For the customer with dry, compromised skin, this means a scrub that helps strengthen their skin’s natural defenses while providing deep, lasting hydration.
5. Baobab and Fig Extracts for Antioxidant Protection
  • What it does: Baobab seed oil is rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids that help nourish the skin, while African rock fig helps smooth and restore softness .
  • How it helps your skin: For the customer concerned with skin health and environmental protection, baobab provides antioxidant benefits. For anyone whose skin looks tired or lacks radiance, this means a scrub that helps defend while it moisturizes and smooths.
6. Gently Buffs Away Dry Skin Cells
  • What it does: The formula contains gentle exfoliating agents that buff away dry, flaky skin cells without harsh scrubbing, instantly reducing rough patches .
  • How it helps your skin: For the customer with rough, bumpy skin on arms, legs, or body, this provides gentle yet effective exfoliation. For anyone whose skin feels like sandpaper or looks uneven, this means a scrub that visibly improves skin texture and smoothness with each use.
7. Ultra-Lush, Creamy Texture
  • What it does: The ultra-lush, creamy formula melts into the skin during application, providing a luxurious exfoliating experience that doesn’t leave skin feeling stripped or irritated .
  • How it helps your skin: For the customer who loves a rich, pampering shower experience, this provides satisfying texture. For anyone who has tried harsh scrubs that left their skin feeling raw, this means a gentle formula that exfoliates effectively while leaving skin feeling soft and nourished.
8. Melts into Skin for Hydration
  • What it does: The scrub formula melts into the skin as you massage, leaving behind a thin layer of moisturizing oils that continue to hydrate after rinsing .
  • How it helps your skin: For the customer with dry skin that needs extra moisture, this provides hydration that lasts beyond the shower. For anyone who dislikes applying lotion after exfoliating, this means a scrub that leaves skin feeling soft and moisturized even without additional products.
9. 2-in-1 Hand and Body Scrub
  • What it does: Can be used as a full-body exfoliator or as a hand treatment by rubbing palms together to create gentle warmth and massaging into top of hands and cuticles .
  • How it helps your skin: For the minimalist seeking to reduce product clutter, this one product serves two purposes. For the customer who wants to pamper both body and hands, this means a versatile scrub that works everywhere.
10. Free from Harsh Additives
  • What it does: Formulated without parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, sulfates, and petrolatum .
  • How it helps your skin: For the dermatologist recommending clean skincare, this provides a trusted, minimal ingredient option. For the customer who prefers natural, ethical products, this means they can trust what they are putting on their skin, with no unnecessary or potentially irritating additives.
11. Cruelty-Free and Ethically Traded
  • What it does: Tested on the Tucker family for four generations, never on animals, with Fair Trade shea butter handcrafted by women in Africa supporting community commerce .
  • How it helps your skin: For the socially conscious consumer, this means their body care choice supports fair wages, women’s empowerment, and sustainable sourcing. For the customer who cares about where their products come from, this means they can feel good about what they put on their skin.
12. Pioneering Community Commerce Since 1912
  • What it does: SheaMoisture has pioneered community commerce and Fair Trade since 1912, investing in the communities that source their ingredients and supporting women-led businesses .
  • How it helps your skin: For the socially conscious consumer, this means their purchase makes a difference. For families who believe in supporting communities and fair labor practices, this means they can trust that their body care choice contributes to a fairer world.
13. Pleasant, Natural Manuka Honey Scent
  • What it does: Features a warm, natural Manuka honey and essential oil blend scent that is pleasant but not overpowering .
  • How it helps your skin: For the customer who enjoys lightly scented body care without overwhelming artificial fragrances, this provides a subtle, enjoyable experience. For anyone sensitive to strong perfumes, this means a scrub that smells natural and comforting without causing irritation.
14. Natural Ingredients May Vary
  • What it does: Contains natural, plant-based ingredients that may vary in color and consistency from batch to batch .
  • How it helps your skin: For the customer who appreciates natural, minimally processed products, this is a sign of authenticity. For anyone who prefers products without artificial colors or stabilizers, this means a scrub that stays true to its natural ingredients.

SECONDARY USES

1. Full Body Exfoliator: Massage gently onto skin using circular motions, concentrating on rough, dry areas such as elbows, knees, and heels .
2. Hand Treatment: Rub palms together to create gentle warmth, then massage into top of hands and cuticles before rinsing .
3. Pre-Shave Prep: Use before shaving to exfoliate dead skin cells and create a smooth surface for a closer, more comfortable shave.
4. Post-Sun Skin Recovery: Use after sun exposure to gently remove peeling skin and replenish moisture.
5. Winter Skin Defense: Use during cold, dry months to combat rough, flaky skin caused by harsh weather and indoor heating.
6. Pre-Tanning Prep: Exfoliate before self-tanning to ensure even, streak-free application.
7. Travel Companion: The 12 oz jar size is perfect for keeping skin smooth and hydrated while traveling.
8. Sensitive Skin Exfoliation: The gentle formula is suitable for those with sensitive skin who need mild exfoliation without irritation.
9. Dry Skin Rescue: Use 1-2 times weekly to restore softness and smoothness to chronically dry, rough skin.
10. Body Acne Treatment: The exfoliating action helps keep pores clear and smooth bumpy skin on back, chest, and shoulders.
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

1. BASIC IDENTIFICATION ATTRIBUTES

  • Brand: SheaMoisture
  • Product Name: Intensive Hydration Hand & Body Scrub - Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil
  • Size: 12 oz (340 g) 
  • Product Type: Exfoliating body scrub
  • Key Ingredients: Sucrose, Sunflower Seed Oil, Glycerin, Mafura Seed Oil, Fig Extract, Baobab Seed Oil, Honey, Fair Trade Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Vitamin E 
  • Key Benefits: Exfoliates dry skin, reduces rough skin, super-boosts hydration, nourishes, softens, smooths
  • Target Concerns: Dry skin, rough skin, ashy skin, bumpy skin, keratosis pilaris, dehydrated skin
  • Texture: Ultra-lush, creamy scrub with gentle exfoliating particles
  • Scent: Warm, natural Manuka honey and essential oil blend 
  • Formula Integrity: Paraben-free, phthalate-free, mineral oil-free, sulfate-free, petrolatum-free, cruelty-free, ethically traded, sustainably produced, Fair Trade shea butter
  • Made in: USA 
  • Packaging: Jar with screw-top lid
  • Shelf Life After Opening: 12 months
  • Cruelty-Free: Yes, tested on family for four generations, never on animals 
  • Community Commerce: Pioneering Fair Trade since 1912 

2. TECHNICAL & FORMULATION PROPERTIES

  • Key Active 1: Sucrose – gentle exfoliating particles that buff away dead skin cells
  • Key Active 2: Manuka Honey – humectant, draws moisture into skin, soothing, antibacterial
  • Key Active 3: Mafura Seed Oil – rich in fatty acids, replenishes natural oils, restores moisture barrier
  • Key Active 4: Fair Trade Shea Butter – deep hydration, restores moisture barrier, rich in essential fatty acids
  • Key Active 5: Baobab Seed Oil – antioxidant-rich, nourishes, protects from environmental stressors
  • Key Active 6: Fig Extract – helps smooth and restore softness 
  • Key Active 7: Coconut Oil – hydration, softening
  • Key Active 8: Vitamin E (Tocopherol) – antioxidant, protects skin from free radical damage
  • Exfoliation Type: Gentle physical exfoliation with sugar and jojoba esters
  • Primary Function: Gently exfoliates while providing deep hydration
  • Application: Massage onto skin in circular motions, rinse thoroughly 
  • Skin Types: Suitable for dry, rough, normal, and sensitive skin
  • Usage: Full body exfoliator, hand treatment

3. PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Product Form: Creamy scrub
  • Texture: Ultra-lush, creamy with gentle exfoliating particles
  • Volume: 12 oz (340 g) 
  • Packaging: Jar with screw-top lid
  • Scent: Warm, natural Manuka honey and essential oil blend
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
  • Shelf Life After Opening: 12 months
  • Precautions: Natural ingredients may vary in color and consistency 
  • Caution: If product enters eyes, wash out thoroughly with plenty of clean water 

4. HOW TO USE

As a Full Body Exfoliator:
  • Wet: Wet skin thoroughly with warm water.
  • Dispense: Scoop a generous amount of scrub into your hands .
  • Massage: Massage gently onto skin using circular motions, concentrating on rough, dry areas such as elbows, knees, and heels .
  • Lather: Continue massaging as the scrub lathers and melts into the skin.
  • Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
  • Pat Dry: Gently pat skin dry with a soft towel.
  • Frequency: Use 1-2 times weekly for best results.
As a Hand Treatment:
  • Apply: Scoop a small amount into palms.
  • Rub: Rub palms together to create gentle warmth .
  • Massage: Massage gently into the top of your hands and cuticles .
  • Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
  • Follow Up: Apply hand cream for extra hydration.
Pro Tip for Maximum Smoothness: For best results, use consistently 1-2 times weekly as part of your body care routine to maintain smooth, soft, hydrated skin.
Pro Tip for Dry Skin: Apply to dry skin before showering for more intense exfoliation, then rinse in the shower.
Pro Tip for Shaving: Use before shaving to exfoliate dead skin cells and lift hairs for a closer, smoother shave.
SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

  • Patch Test Recommended: As with any new skincare product, especially if you have very sensitive skin or known allergies, perform a patch test before first use. Apply a small amount to your inner arm and wait 24 hours to check for any reaction before full use.
  • External Use Only: This product is formulated for external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse immediately and thoroughly with plenty of clean, lukewarm water .
  • Natural Variation: Natural ingredients may vary in color and consistency from batch to batch .
  • If Irritation Occurs: If irritation occurs, discontinue use .
  • Slip Caution: The moisturizing oils may leave a thin layer on the shower floor, making it slippery. Use caution when entering and exiting the shower .
  • Broken or Irritated Skin: Do not apply to open wounds, broken skin, or active infections. Wait until the skin has fully healed before using.
  • Discontinue Use If Needed: If you experience persistent redness, itching, swelling, or irritation, discontinue use immediately. If symptoms persist, consult a dermatologist or healthcare professional.
  • Children: Keep out of reach of children. This product is intended for adult use.
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
  • Expiration: Do not use beyond the expiration date printed on packaging.
  • Pregnancy and Nursing: This product is generally considered safe, but if you have specific concerns, consult your healthcare provider before introducing new products.

2. FIRST AID MEASURES

  • Eye Contact: If product enters eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of clean, lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If irritation persists, seek medical attention .
  • Skin Reaction: If skin irritation or rash occurs, discontinue use immediately. Wash the area with mild soap and water. Apply a cool compress to soothe discomfort. If the reaction is severe or persists, consult a dermatologist.
  • Ingestion: This product is not intended for ingestion. If accidentally swallowed, rinse your mouth with water and drink a glass of water. Seek medical attention if discomfort occurs.
  • Allergic Reaction: Signs of allergic reaction may include rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue. If allergic reaction is suspected, discontinue use immediately and seek emergency medical attention.