Organic and Authentic Coconut oil has numerous benefits ranging from food to body and hair care. We learned a few weeks ago about how to minimize dandruff using Coconut oil and other OTI products . There is another recipe on our site for your homemade body butter for radiant skin. These and many more contents concerning coconut oil can be found on our blog . From our topic, we will be learning what we can use OTI Coconut oil for regarding our hair: 1. OTI Coconut Oil can be used to treat damaged hair If you have tried all your broken and dry hair options, you should try Pure Organic OTI Coconut oil. You’d be amazed to know that having broken hair is not the final day. Organic Coconut oil is perfect for treating and healing broken or damaged hair. With OTI Coconut Oil, there is more hope for your precious hair! You can use our OTI Black Soap to wash your hair for good results. 2. OTI Coconut Oil can be used to coat hair during swimming Are you having or planning on going to the pool or beach with your friends but not sure what your hair will look like after swimming? Say no more! Using OTI Organic Coconut oil on your hair will guard and protect your hair against chlorine and saltwater. All you need to do is to rub a reasonable amount of coconut oil in your hair and then use a comb to distribute it equally. 3. OTI Coconut oil can be used to reduce frizziness You definitely should consider coconut oil in your hairstyling routine because coconut oil is a beneficial multipurpose oil. You might be a lover of wavy hair but not the frizzy fly-overs, I believe so. This is how you do it. Rub a few drops of OTI Coconut oil between your palm and apply to towel-dried hair – the result you get is amazing. Now, your shiny hair strands are protected from frizz! We hope these help and let us know what you think in the comments. You should make your purchase for your preferred organic product from our e-store.

The non-comedogenic OTI Yellow (Borututu) Shea Butter doesn’t clog the skin pores when applied. Find out more benefits of this OTI Borututu Shea Butter on our blog. The OTI Yellow Shea butter, in addition to other essential oils, will serve as a soothing salve for the body. We have put together amazing and nourishing products from OTI to be used as a body butter for yourself, your family, or even for commercial purposes. Let us dive into a DIY recipe for The OTI Borututu Body Shea Butter. Ingredients 114g OTI Yellow (Borututu) Shea Butter 80ml of OTI Jojoba oil 30 drops of OTI Shea oil 30 drops of OTI Coconut oil Method Place the solid OTI Yellow Shea butter on a flat surface and chop it into smaller pieces. Transfer the chopped butter into a clean bowl. With the help of an electric mixer, whip the Chopped OTI Yellow Shea butter while you gradually add your OTI jojoba oil, OTI shea oil, and OTI coconut oil. Remember to add the oils slowly and continue whipping at moderate speed. Your Mixture will whip up in 8 to 10 minutes. Get your preferred jars washed and dried. Fill these jars with the whipped up OTI yellow butter plus oils, close them with a lid, and store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight This DIY OTI Yellow (Borututu) body butter will start melting at around 26 degrees celsius which might make it lose its whipped effect but not the nourishing properties. It is ideal to stir and put back into the fridge to return to its solid-state. I hope this easy-to-make recipe helps. Feel free to let us know if you have any questions or need any assistance to whip up your DIY OTI Yellow Shea Body butter.

I believe we are all acquainted with the condition, Dandruff. Dandruff is a condition that is worsened by dry or flaky skin. We previously discussed OTI products that are effective for sunburn. 3 OTI organic products are potent enough to minimize and in long term, eradicate dandruff that has stolen your joy for years. These products are; 1. OTI Organic Coconut oil: This oil reduces inflammation, itching, or flaking due to the condition, dandruff. Coconut oil can elicit this due to the high level of yeast present. You can minimize and halt the problem, Dandruff, with The OTI Organic Coconut Oil. 2. OTI Organic Shea nut oil: This is the oil extracted from the shea nut and it has anti-inflammatory properties and high fat concentration which gets easily absorbed into the skin(scalp) without leaving a greasy surface. Shea Nut Oil is non-comedogenic. It serves as a source of moisture to the roots of dry or flaky hair strands. 3. OTI Organic Black Soap: Black soap from OTI is made from the dry skin of cocoa pods, the bark of the shea nut tree, palm tree leaves, neem tree bark, and other organic vegetation. OTI Black Soap has a high concentration of antioxidants, potassium, magnesium, Vitamin A, and E, which makes it a better option than other soaps. OTI Black soap is an antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial soap which effectively nourishes the scalp. INGREDIENTS 20 ml OTI Organic Coconut oil 20ml OTI Organic Shea Nut oil 1 bar of OTI Organic Black Soap METHOD Heat about 15 ml of the moderately hardened Coconut oil on a stove for about a minute. Once it turns liquid, take it off the stove so it doesn’t overheat. Add about 15ml of OTI Shea Nut oil to the molten coconut. Stir till both mix-up. Massage the mixture into your scalp. Allow the oil to sit for more than 30 minutes. You can use a shower cap to prevent the oil from dripping while you wait. After 30 minutes, rub gently the OTI Black Soap in your hair and keep it up. Make sure all the oil is off the hair. Note that excess oil can potentiate the intensity of dandruff. Make sure to wash thoroughly with black soap. You should avoid coconut oil if you have allergies to tree nut oils. This is an easy DIY you can try from home. Let us know what you think in the comments.

People refer to Shea butter as ‘Women’s gold’ and that is very understandable. Shea Butter is principally produced by African women and that is their source of healing, income, and revenue. This butter is so beneficial to the extent Organic Trade and Investments made twice; Ivory Shea butter and Borututu Shea Butter. A quick clarification of both Shea butter variations – The difference is not that the yellow has been bleached or dyed by artificial means but rather, by the addition of the ever-potent Borututu root. The antibacterial Borututu root is infused in the ivory shea butter and this has been used for centuries. Here are 4 unique benefits of the OTI Borututu(Yellow) Shea Butter; 1. Rich in vitamins A, E, and F Due to the high concentration of these vitamins, it serves as sunscreen when used at regular intervals. The rejuvenating goodness of vitamins A, E, and F found inherently in Shea butter elicits effective skin and body protection. Vitamins A and E restore moisture and mend damaged skin and hair, and vitamin F boosts rejuvenation and growth of the skin and hair. Are you not amazed by the powerful healing properties of this Borututu Shea butter? Try it as a pomade for skin conditions like Eczema, Psoriasis, insect Bites, Sunburn, Wrinkles, Minor Cuts, Dry Hair, and Breakage. 2. Has non-comedogenic properties The OTI Borututu shea butter keeps rough and dry skin elegant and oily skin acne-free. This is because any non-comedogenic substance doesn’t clog skin pores but rather allows the skin to breathe, remain moist, and avoids skin breakouts or cracks. 3. Boosts the general health of hair From the first point, it is noted that this amazing and multipurpose variant of Shea butter elicits benefits as it is rich in antioxidants such as vitamin C, bioflavonoids, and selenium which nutrify the scalp promoting healthy hair growth. Not only does OTI Borututu Shea butter protects the hair from breakage, but guards the hair against UV rays and heat. If you know your hair will be exposed to direct sunlight, apply a generous amount of OTI borututu Shea butter in your hair strands for ultimate protection. 4. The OTI Yellow Shea Butter has antibacterial properties derived from the borututu root which repairs skin damages and prevents infections of the skin. Bonus benefit: Our softest OTI borututu shea butter is creamy and easy to use directly on your hair, body butter, lotion, or lip balm. You need to try this. OTI Borututu Shea butter is an amazing, quality, and affordable natural skin and hair care product you should try.

It is important to guard the skin against the sun's harsh rays, regardless of the season or weather. You can attain glowing and super healthy skin with natural and organic sunscreen. All sunscreen oils have a Sun Protection Factor (SPF), which measures the oil’s ability to protect the skin from the treacherous rays of the sun. Adults regardless of age or color should use oil during all outdoor events. Children who are over 6 months old should use an oil with the least SPF. We will discuss the SPFs of these OTI 100% Organic Oil and its effectiveness as a sunscreen. OTI Coconut oil: This natural SPF oil has an SPF range of 2-8. OTI coconut oil contains many antioxidants that protect the skin from dangerous radiation from the sun as a natural effective sunscreen. Preferably, organic coconut oil should be applied at regular intervals during a long day of sun exposure, due to its low SPF amount. OTI Avocado oil: Avocado oil has the highest natural SPF. It ranges from 4-10. Avocado oil contains a lot of beneficial fatty acids like linoleic acid and oleic acid, and a very substantial amount of natural healthy vitamins. Due to its elevated palmitic acid amount, avocado oil is easily absorbed into the skin, keeping it firm, smooth and shiny. Avocado oil leaves a thin, protective layer on the skin after application and that guards the skin against external influences. OTI Shea oil : Shea oil has a natural SPF range of about 6-10. You can prepare your DIY sunscreen by adding oils like coconut oil or carrot seed oil. Apply the natural and organic sunscreen a few minutes before you step out. Make sure to reapply regularly depending on what is being done and what activity you are engaging in. OTI Jojoba oil : Jojoba oil is a well-known ingredient in some natural DIY sunscreen products. It has an SPF range of 2-8. One study by PubMed suggests that vitamin E can guard your skin against sun damage when added to other antioxidants. Jojoba oil contains both Vitamin E and antioxidants. Sun damage can dry out your skin and cause flaking. Jojoba oil replaces vitamin E, adds moisture to the skin, and promotes healing to curb these sunburn symptoms. The skin is the largest organ of the body hence much care should be taken to help preserve your skin. If sunscreen oil isn't inculcated in your body-care routine, it's time to revise your lineup. This doesn’t mean throwing away your creams and lotions—I'm suggesting you start to pay attention to your body as you do to your face.

Fonio grain (Digitaria exilis), an ancient cereal cultivated in West African countries, is the smallest grain and a main source of nutrition for more than 3 million people across the world. According to historical reports, indigenous crops of Africa were not as nutritious as the imported ones hence this led to the reduction in the consumption of traditional crops, including fonio. In fact, the gluten-free Fonio almost disappeared from the food diet except for in a handful of West African countries. It began to be visible during famines in the latter part of the 20th century. One good thing about this gluten-free fonio grain is that it quadruples in size once it is cooked, giving you value for money. Fonio is rich in fiber as well as B-vitamins, zinc, and magnesium, making this multipurpose grain a nutritious inclusion to your diet. We have a variety of recipes posted on our blog . On to the Fonio Nutrition Facts; The nutrition information given was provided by the USDA and the amount of OTI fonio used was 45g or ¼ cups. With every 45g of OTI Gluten-Free Fonio , you get Calories: 170 Fat: 0.5g Sodium: 0mg Carbohydrates: 39g Fiber: 1g Sugars: 0g Protein: 2g Carbohydrates In an uncooked 45g OTI Fonio, there are 39 grams of carbohydrates. As a whole grain, fonio contains a lot of fiber. Fonio has different whole grain varieties which are all healthy. OTI Gluten-Free fonio has a lower glycemic index (GI) than couscous and brown rice, and has a low impact on blood sugar, according to a Nigerian study. Scientific research has proven that The Fonio grain meals given to participants with type 2 diabetes and healthy volunteers balanced their glycemic indices relatively. Fonio is one of the grains you would want to consider to attain healthy living. Fats Unlike the other grains, fonio has a very low-fat level i.e. it only contains 0.5 grams of fat per 45g serving. If you’re looking at losing weight and going on a low-fat diet, OTI Gluten-free fonio will do the magic. Protein It is important to eat enough protein to gain and maintain sufficient muscle mass. Studies have shown that each person needs 1.6 to 2.2 g of protein. In 45g of OTI Gluten-Free Fonio, there are 2 grams of protein. Vitamins and Minerals OTI Gluten-Free FOnio has sufficient amounts of vitamins, as well as minerals including calcium, iron, copper, zinc, and magnesium. Bonus Benefits: Due to the high amount of fiber in Fonio, it is very easy to digest, and that eases constipation and improves digestion. The list is important and inexhaustible. OTI Gluten-Free Premium Quality Fonio has nutritional benefits like that food supplement bottle in any pharmacy near you. You should try this superfood.

You might have read about the numerous benefits and uses of beeswax from our previous posts; the benefits of beeswax on the skin , beard , and how to remove hair with beeswax . Today, we are learning how to make lip balms. The weather gets dry and chilly sometimes and our lips react. Let's prepare this DIY Organic lip balm. Before you begin, ensure that you have these ingredients and materials ready. Beeswax (2 tsps) Coconut Oil (2 tsps) Shea Butter (2 tsps) Peppermint Essential Oil (about 20 - 30 drops) Lip Chap Tubes (can be replaced with a small jar) A plastic pipette to fill the tubes to avoid spillage. A glass bowl on top of a small pan with boiling water A spatula If you’re switching from the standard lipstick and want some color and natural shimmer, add a reasonable amount of mica or turmeric powder. It has a natural color, shimmer, and blends perfectly. Method Melt 3 teaspoons OTI yellow raw beeswax , shea butter , and coconut oil in a small glass bowl over a pot of boiling water and stir with the spatula until it’s molten. Turn off the heat but keep the small glass bowl over the still-hot water to keep the commixture molten. Add peppermint oil to your preference. I suggest that you add a few drops at a time and testing a tiny amount on your arm to make sure the scent is to your liking. After adding and totally mixing the essential oils, use the pipette to fill the lip chap tubes or a small jar. You must be fast with this step because the mixture will harden after it’s taken away from heat. Store the tubes at room temperature for several hours until it turns solid before capping them. Bonus Tip: Use one or two extra teaspoons of OTI yellow raw beeswax if you prefer a thicker and lasting lip balm or slightly less if you prefer a lighter lip balm. One benefit of this recipe is that you can re-melt and add more ingredients until you get the texture or quality you desire. You can add your preferred flavor or sweetener as you wish. Have fun with it!

Are you a beard lover looking for waxing recipes? Beeswax has various uses including beeswax for skincare , beeswax for beard growth , and beeswax for hair removal . Let’s find out in this post a simple and easy-to-prepare DIY recipe for beeswax. INGREDIENTS About 50ml of OTI Beeswax About 50ml of unscented petroleum jelly OTI Shea oil (base oil) OTI Argan oil Unrefined or Powdered resin METHOD Mildly heat about 30ml of OTI Beeswax on a stove. Reduce the heat within regular intervals as soon as the wax begins to melt until the melting process is done. In a small cooking vat, add about 30ml of unscented petroleum jelly and dilute with 3 to 5 drops of argan oil and shea oil . Maintain the heat from the onset as the mixture heats up. After 3 minutes, add 2 teaspoons of unrefined resin for a stiffer style __ but this final step is voluntary. Add the molten beeswax to the mixture in the cooking vat, ensuring that the heat is minimal. Stir generously before transferring into a metal container and leaving it overnight to cool under room temperature. After cooling, apply by simply rubbing the mixture into your hands and style with your fingers. Don’t forget that it is necessary to remove beeswax properly to avoid pore-clogging. Purchase any high-quality beard shampoo of your choice for maximum results.

We learned some great lessons on using cocoa butter as hair food . Did you try it out? How was the experience? Cocoa butter is known to be a great moisturizer or emollient. It's mostly applied as a sun balm. Cocoa butter is also used to try to fade away dark marks or hyperpigmentation on the skin left behind after acne breaks out. But is cocoa butter effective at fading? Cocoa butter is one of the best options to help you achieve radiant and shiny skin. Isn’t that amazing? Get yourself 100% Organic OTI Cocoa butter . Let’s learn how to use OTI Cocoa Butter to remove dark spots. Take out a generous amount of OTI cocoa butter and place it in your hands. Smear the cocoa butter on the affected areas. Apply the butter on only the affected body part. Massage the butter throughout the pigmented area. After some time, apply your preferred cleanser to clean your skin. Repeat these steps regularly and wait for results within 2 weeks. Let your skin feel the power of the OTI Cocoa butter. OTI Cocoa butter will drive the hell out of the dark spots left after acne starts fading away.

The recent shock of COVID-19 provides an opportunity for consumers to think critically and question the quality standard of their lifestyle right from their health condition to the many beauty products they apply on their skin and hair on a daily basis. Eating organic food or consuming meals prepared with non-GMO ingredients has nowadays become more of a must for many than a trend to fight the virus. In the past six months, Organic Trade and Investments has seen a drastic change in customer's behavior. Over 80% of customers are eager to integrate immunity booster ingredients in their everyday diet. Fonio , being hailed for its many health benefit properties, is on top of the list as one of the most sought after nutritious gluten-free grains not only by vegan-lovers or restaurants but by the wholefood market (supermarkets) as well. However, while the demand for Fonio grains has increased worldwide, the majority of customers are unconversant with its preparation. How To Prepare Fonio Grain as Breakfast Cereal (Porridge) : Ingredients (for 2 people): 2 cups of OTI White Fonio grains for 6 cups water; pinch of salt, 1 tablespoon of OTI monofloral or forest honey (optional), and 1/4 of homemade tiger nuts milk (optional). Preparation : In a saucepan, add 2 cups of OTI Fonio grains to 6 cups of water (500ml), a pinch of salt, stir, and bring to a boil. Add more water to obtain desired thickness. Once the substance is creamy, transfer to a bowl. Drizzle with honey or sugar (per your choice), add your milk for extra flavor. Et voila, you are served ! Of course, nothing stops you from adding some dried fruits such as dates or even slides of bananas and some peanuts at well. Tell us how did your Fonio porridge come out? Post your pictures and comments or suggestions below. We would love to hear from you.

If you’re an enthusiast of organic nourishment, natural hair and body care, Shea butter is probably a product you’re already acquainted with. But have you considered trying Shea oil too? It may not be as sought after as Shea butter , however this rich-natural organic oil has even several hair and skin-softening advantages. Organic Shea Oil (Vitellaria paradoxa) is a multipurpose oil, which is extracted from cold pressed, grown in Ghana and other parts of Africa, to create Shea butter , the oil is produced as a by-product. Shea oil has exhibited various advantages and benefits for the face, hair, and skin. Its high concentration of vitamins and fatty acids like stearic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, and palmitic acid, — combined with its easy-to-spread consistency — make it a great product for smoothing, soothing, and conditioning your skin. Shea Oil comes in gold color with a rather engaging smell. Shea oil encompasses a lighter fragrance. Due to the cold-pressing process, there is a more subtle scent created without the addition of chemicals. Into the bargain, Shea oil could be a one-stop beauty ingredient that has the skin and hair with nutrient-rich deep moisturization, giving one the required confidence in a very healthier skin and hair. SHEA OIL HEALTH BENEFITS With a high concentration of fat-soluble vitamin E and F, Shea Oil aids with the attenuation of scars, skin disease and stretch marks bit by bit over time. Shea oil doesn’t block skin pores or water loss from the skin pores. Shea oil comedogenic rating. The very fact that the Shea oil’s comedogenic rating is 2 or less, suggests it’s unlikely to clog skin pores Shea oil is occlusive, which implies it doesn’t block water loss from the outer layer of your skin. It doesn’t leave your skin greasy when application because of the high quantity of oleic fatty acids. Shea oil is an emollient . It has long chains of saturated fatty acids (stearic, linoleic and oleic fatty acids) which when incorporated into moisturizers, help soften the skin. You can apply Shea oil to your skin before swimming to minimize the drying effect of exposing your skin to chlorine. Moreover, Shea oil is very effective for these skin conditions; eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and acne. Shea oil can even be used as a daily face cleansing agent to get rid of dirt or makeup. According to Healthline.com Shea oil can be used as an eye cream, underneath your eyes, to reduce fine lines and fade dark circles once applied in the dead of night. Shea oil is also applied as a sun blocker. It is proven that Shea oil contains cinnamic acid. This agent makes Shea oil an efficient product, which assists sensitive skin once exposed to daylight for a protracted amount of your time. WHERE TO BUY SHEA NUT OIL Purchase Shea Oil from Organic Trade and Investments because it is a rich-natural organic product with high quality and unrefined.

Natural Pure Avocado Oil (Oleum Perseae Americanae) is a multi-purpose and beneficial oil that is cold pressed from the pulp of the finest premium Avocados fruits (Perseae Americanae), grown in West Africa and other parts of the world. Concentrated in significant nutrients such as fatty acids (oleic), vitamins (C, E, K), proteins and antioxidants, avocado oil is commonly used in DIY beauty care routines, cosmetic products (due to its fast absorption rate and cleansing properties) and cooking recipes. Avocado oil appears to be light yellow; it has a mild distinctive aroma and is fruity and nutty in taste. Rich in taste and fragrance, avocado oil serves as a wonderful complement to your favorite foods and recipes, as well as adds a wealth of nutrients to boost your immune system. Additionally, avocado oil is a one-stop beauty ingredient that provides the body and hair with nutrient-rich deep moisturization, giving one the needed confidence in a healthier skin and hair. Avocado Oil for the Skin Packed with vitamin C, avocado oil is effective against aging. It regenerates the skin cells to enhance its elasticity and texture, thereby, diminishing the appearance of scars, age spots and other unwanted blemishes. To achieve this, combine a few drops avocado oil and lavender oil; add this blend to your bath. Do this frequently to maintain a youthful glow on the skin. Its anti-inflammatory properties make avocado oil an ideal product for cleansing the skin from conditions such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. It reduces the redness and inflammation associated with such conditions. Just dip a cotton ball in avocado oil and gently clean the affected parts of the skin with it. Do this consistently and regularly to gain a flawless skin. Also, its rich supply of healthy fats (oleic) and vitamins (C, E and K) make it an effective natural moisturizer. To use as facial moisturizer, apply avocado oil on the face every night and wash it off the following morning. Avocado Oil for the Hair Avocado oil can also be used in a DIY hot oil to moisturize the scalp to prevent dryness. The cocktail of fatty acids (oleic) and antioxidants in avocado oil combine effectively to reduce dandruff, and dry flaky scalp. Pour three to five tablespoons of the oil into a container or a small glass jar and place it in a recently boiled water to warm. Remove the container or jar from the water and gently massage the oil into the scalp. Avocado oil softens and strengthens the hair by stimulating circulation to the hair follicles. Treating your hair with avocado oil can help seal the cuticle and prevent hair breakage and damage, leading to a tremendous growth of healthier, thicker, and longer hair. Mix one tablespoon each of avocado oil , OTI extra virgin coconut oil and pure wild honey with one avocado and one finger of banana to create a protein-rich hair mask. Thoroughly whip to prevent lumps. Apply the mixture to your hair and wrap it with a hair cap for about 20 to 60 minutes. Wash the mask with warm water to complete the process. Moreover, avocado oil also enhances hair shine: its fatty acid (oleic) gives the hair a ravishing all-day shine. Mix a tablespoon of avocado oil with one teaspoon of honey and one egg white. Blend the ingredients and slather all over the hair and scalp. Let it sit in the hair for 20 minutes to allow the hair follicles absorb the goodness of the blend and then rinse hair thoroughly. Avocado Oil for Cooking Avocado oil provides a simple and effective way to grease baking sheets or evenly coat vegetables before roasting them. You can drizzle the oil over sliced vegetables (such as carrots and turnips), potatoes and any type of meat. Add salt, pepper and other seasonings and roast in the oven until cooked. Enjoy a delicious plate of happiness. Due to its wonderous health benefits and versatility, avocado oil has become a must-add ingredient in many food recipes. One of the best parts of cooking with avocado oil is its high smoke point (the temperature at which an oil begins to smoke and oxidize), which makes it perfect for any type of grilling, searing, sautéing, barbecuing, pan-frying, and baking. You can get your avocado oil on OTI e-store. It is 100% natural, no additive and so pure that you will feel the different between OTI Natural Avocado Oil and what is being sold on the market. Purchase it to make mouth-watering meals and enhance your beauty care experience.