Question 1

is cocoa butter good for sunburns?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Keep sunburn cool w moist cool/cold compresses.  Avoid alcohol containing products.  Break off pieces of aloe vera plant ; apply sap to skin.  Consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds to reduce pain.  Don’t yank off peeling skin or burst blisters. Seek med care for severe pain, fever, lack of improvement of sxs w/i several days or if a large surface area is blistered. Drink h2o.

Question 2

is cocoa butter a tropical antibiotic ?

Accepted Answer

Foods of the Gods: Cocoa butter can be produced through extraction of natural fatty acids from cacao seeds. The cacao pod is harvested and goes into series of processes until obtaining that precious cocoa butter. Cocoa butter is an excellent moisturizer for the skin.

Question 3

is it a good idea to use cocoa butter on sunburn?

Accepted Answer

No, not a good thing: Keep sunburn cool with moist cool/cold compresses.  Avoid alcohol containing products.  Break off pieces of aloe vera plant & apply sap to  skin.  Consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds to reduce pain.  Don’t yank off peeling skin or burst blisters. Seek medical care for severe pain, fever, lack of improvement of symptoms within several days or if a large surface area is blistered.

Question 4

palmers cocoa butter formula on pimples, is this good?

Accepted Answer

A few options: For over the counter methods try using products that have benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alcohol, and acetone. For prescription treatments you may be prescribed antibiotics, retinoids or vitamin a derivatives, azelaic acid, oral contraceptives, or spironolactone. Always ask a dermatologist about the possible affects and the risks vs benefits of each treatment. Make sure it's best for you.

Question 5

cocoa butter, is it okay to put scholl veruca gel on it?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Scholl's verucal gel has salicylicacid , to break down the cells of warts, campher to soothes the area and gives good smell. Cocoa butter may interfere the effects ointment. Most important  why you are using it , did you see a doctor , to make sure  it is not a treatable malignant lesion  of skin..

Question 6

can i use palmers cocoa butter for tightening on my face?

Accepted Answer

A lot of options: You can first try staying out of the sun as often as possible, always wear sunscreen, don't smoke, get a good amount of sleep, sleep on your back, try not to squint, if you need reading glasses get some, don't over-wash your face, use a moisturizer, lay off the coffee and try cocoa instead, and eat healthier foods. I hope this helped :].

Question 7

what is the result of put raw cocoa butter and vaseline on the skin?

Accepted Answer

Raw coca butter : You may get a good skin protection from getting dryness.

Question 8

can i use palmer's cocoa butter formula healing&softens jar for rosacea?

Accepted Answer

: Even though it moisturizes the skin, cocoa butter can clog pores and  is better avoided on the face . Gentler oils like lavender , aloe vera and jojoba are said to be more helpful. It is best to check with the dermatologist before using a product on the face , to avoid a flare up .

Question 9

is it okay to apply fading cream along side anti bump creams and cocoa butter all at once?

Accepted Answer

Facial Creams: Apply the fading cream first then you can apply the other creams without any loss of effectiveness.

Question 10

how long does it take for stretch marks to disappear? with usage of products such as cocoa butter cream, etc.

Accepted Answer

Don't waste your $: I am not aware of any reliable method of removing stretch marks or making them disappear other than removing the skin that is involved with them.

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