Radiation therapy is a very common treatment for many forms of cancer. When a patient’s life is on the line, this type of treatment is often the only source of hope in terms of recovery. As a result, the side effects that it can cause are generally tolerated; after all, the radiation is working against the cancer that’s inside the body. One side effect that can be especially troubling to cancer patients involves the skin. All too often, patients experience scarring, pigmentation, rash, redness and other issues. Lately, many cancer patients have been turning to all-natural, unrefined Shea butter for relief.

No one would ever try to claim that Shea butter cures cancer or eliminates the side effects of cancer radiation therapy. However, it can help to alleviate some of the most unpleasant side effects in a dramatic way. For one thing, pure, natural Shea butter provides relief that can be felt almost immediately. The soothing sensation of smoothing organic Shea butter over the skin can be extremely therapeutic. Sometimes, simple measures like these can make a world of different to somebody who is bravely battling cancer.

Unfortunately, many people are misinformed about Shea butter; as a consequence, they end up buying and using refined, processed Shea butter. This type of Shea butter has been leeched of many of its prime benefits, especially those that can help with radiation side effects. Patients who would like to try using Shea butter to help with their radiation therapy side effects need to insist on pure, 100% natural, unrefined Shea. This produce is derived from the white kernel that is found inside the nut of the karite, or Shea, tree. When unrefined, it provides many amazing benefits.

When it comes to getting through radiation therapy, every little bit of assistance is invaluable. Shea butter has been shown to provide exceptional anti-aging, healing and moisturizing properties – as long as it is used in its unrefined state. Fortunately, it’s becoming easier and easier to find and purchase pure, natural Shea butter. Those who are going through radiation treatments are well advised to purchase their own supplies and to put them to use. The vitamins and fatty acids that are found in unrefined Shea butter can work wonders on the unpleasant side effects of radiation treatments; in turn, a cancer patient’s recovery may go a lot more smoothly.

Oprah Winfrey, the most famous U.S talk show host,  must be commended for her remarkable contribution to the African culture. Her interest and work  in Africa is a shining example of how this wonderful woman of class and etiquette uses her hard earned wealth and influence to extend a hand of generosity not only to the American world around her but to a world distant from her that she holds dear. Oprah has always expressed an interest in Africa  and when the opportunity came for her to connect with her roots, Oprah did so with dignity.

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She has established one of the most well-equipped schools for girls in South Africa, to nurture, educate and turn gifted South African girls from impoverished backgrounds into the country’s future leaders. What is also fascinating is that Oprah has a hands-on in the school’s administration. She is always up to date with what is happening on the ground and request constant reports from staff as to the status of her students.  The recent defamation case filed by the former headmistress of her girls school against her, for simple comments she made about her, can only be viewed as a futile attempt to embarrass a woman whose kindness and generosity can only be matched by her  fortitude. Oprah has a distinguished and impeccable background and may not even need any defence to exonerate her.

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The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls  was created to support the development of a new generation of women leaders in South Africa.  Oprah’s aim is to empower young girls who by virtue of their education and leadership will positively transform themselves, their communities and the larger world around them.  It is interesting to note that  the Academy provides a rigorous and supportive educational environment for academically talented girls who come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

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This fine contribution by Oprah to the development and education of young girls in Africa will indeed leave a legacy of her compassion and humanitarian desire to make the world a better place for humanity. Young South African girls should have little difficulty looking elsewhere for a role model to define their future aspirations and dreams on. Oprah Winfrey is a classical example of the American dream and there is absolutely nothing wrong in having an African dream. We at Back to Africa Imports applaud Oprah Winfrey for her giving spirit.

Shea butter is widely known for it’s healing powers. Shea butter is generally used for skin conditions such as: Dry Skin, Dry Hair & Scalp, Eczema, Infant Eczema, Psoriasis, Arthritis & Rheumatism, Wrinkle Prevention, Diaper Rash, Muscle Fatigue, Scar Minimization, Skin Discoloration, Stretch Mark Prevention & Minimization.

Now, Shea butter has amazed us again. Not only is Shea butter and excellent source for your skin, it can be used from head to toe in various ways.

• Shea butter can be used in your hair as:

1. Pre-shampoo treatment
2. Hot-oil treatment
3. Deep conditioner
4. Hair pomade (frizzy hair)

• Shea butter can be used as a cosmetic remover.

• Shea butter can be used as a natural lubricant to enhance intimacy.

• Shea butter can be used in a warm bath for therapeutic comfort.

• Shea butter prolongs skin elasticity, delays the development of wrinkles and sunspots and creates a natural barrier against air pollutants, dirt and oil.

• Shea butter can be used to cure dry, cracked feet.

• Massage Shea butter into dry cuticles and hands before you go to bed.
  

Only our pure, unrefined Shea butter has the true healing and moisturizing properties of Shea butter. Most Shea butter available to the general public outside West Africa is white and odorless, in other words it has been “refined” to remove the natural scent and color of natural Shea butter. In the process, the majority of the effective agents are also removed. Our unrefined Shea butter gives you the best results.

In Africa, masks can be traced back to well past Paleolithic times. African masks are considered amongst the finest creations in the art world and are highly sought after by art collectors. These art objects were, and are still made of various materials, including leather, metal, fabric and various types of wood. Many of the pieces, often replicas, can be viewed in museums and art galleries in many parts of the world.

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Masking ceremonies in Africa have great cultural and traditional significance. Latest developments and understanding of Aesthetic principles, religious and ceremonial values, have brought about a greater insight into the ideas and moral values that African artists express in their art. During celebrations, initiations, crop harvesting, war preparation, peace and trouble times, African masks are worn by a chosen or initiated dancer. It can be worn in three different ways: vertically covering the face, as helmets, encasing the entire head, and as crest, resting upon the head, which was commonly covered by material as part of the disguise.

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African masks often represent a spirit and it is strongly believed that the spirit of the ancestors possesses the wearer. Ritual ceremonies generally depict deities, spirits of ancestors, mythological beings, good and or evil, the dead, animal spirits, and other beings believed to have power over humanity. Masks of human ancestors or totem ancestors are often objects of family pride; when they are regarded as the dwelling of the spirit they represent, the masks may be honored with ceremonies and gifts.

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During the mask ceremony the dancer goes into deep trance, and during this state of mind he  communicates with his ancestors. A wise man or translator sometimes accompanies the wearer of the mask during the ritual. The dancer brings forth messages of wisdom and knowledge from his ancestors. Often the messages are grunted  and the translator will accurately state the meaning of the message. Rituals and ceremonies are always accompanied with song, dance and music, played with traditional African musical instruments.

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For thousands of years, rituals and ceremonies were and still are integral parts of African life. The gradual, effects of parceled out territories to Colonial governments, and the constant  damage to traditional economies followed by the removal of huge quantities of people, by colonialism, resulted in economies and food production systems being wrecked. In general the large number of people have lost some of its tribal identity and culture, hence masking ceremonies are no longer common in Africa.

SOME MASKS FROM BACK2AFRICA.COM

C.Dugger, Richmond,VA

“Awesome product!!! lots of lather right down to the last little piece. I no longer need lotions or baby oil on my skin.”

Jason Teng From Singapore

“This is the first time I’m trying a Shea butter-based soap, and it feels really good on the skin. Very soothing, even for the hair. Definitely a product worth the price, and its not even expensive!”

Perfume Oils.

Is there a particular scent that you love in your home? Buying our wholesale perfume oils can keep you stocked up so that you do not have to constantly spend money to keep your home smelling great.

Perhaps you would like to give scents out to your friends and family. Our perfume oils make it more convenient for you to get something for everyone. It is a lovely gift that is suitable for any occasion that many people would love to receive.

Body Usage.

Though you may spend the same on a small bottle of pure fragrance oils as you would spray perfumes, perfume oil lasts longer since you need less of it to get the same result. Just one dab of perfume oil behind the ear or on the wrist will last all day.

Great Benefits.

Buying wholesale perfume oil is convenient if you are someone who buys oils at their full price for your own uses. But what does one use them for? Its simple. You can use the oils to burn for a home fragrance, to give as a gift, or to combine and make your own perfumes either to wear or sell. Our great scents have many uses that you could take advantage of with your own creativity.

Making your own scents is an interesting and fun hobby that can get expensive. But buying wholesale perfume oil can make it affordable. You could come upon a successful scent that you may want to actually bottle and sell on your own. The bulk amount of affordable oils as your ingredients could actually turn a profit for you. These oils can also be used to add scents to candle making, to burn in your home, or to wear as perfume.

(We also carry a wide range of oil burners, ideal for our perfume oils)

Back to Africa has a large variety of popular perfume oils.

http://www.back2africa.com/perfume-oils/category23/

Starter Kit.

Our starter kit allows our customers to enjoy the benefits of buying our perfume oils for cheap, and to make their own profit. Or you can keep these outstanding fragrances for your own use !

Includes :

12 PCS OIL-1/3 – Assorted Best-Selling 1/3 Ounce Perfume Oils

PCS OIL-01 – Assorted Best-Selling 1 Ounce Perfume Oils

2 DZ ROL-ON – 1/3 Ounce Glass Roll-On Bottles

LBL-OIL – Labels for Oils

For centuries, Ghanaians have used Black Soap to help relieve acne, oily skin, clear blemishes and various other skin issues. African Black Soap is known to help with skin irritations and conditions such as Eczema . African Black soap has also been used to achieve beautiful skin. Africans have also used this natural soap for bathing and washing their hair. It’s excellent for removing make-up too! Black Soap will leave your skin soft and clear.

African Black Soap is generally made in Western African. Leaves and bark of different trees and plants are burned in a kettle or pot. Next, the ashes are collected and added to water, then filtered. Palm oil and palm kernel oil are added to make the soap. Some recipes include Shea butter, and cocoa butter.The soap is then hand stirred by local women for at least a day and then set out to cure for two weeks. Each region and has their own recipe that has been handed down through generations. The color of African Black Soap varies depending on the region it’s made in since the availability of the ingredients differs.

Unlike other countries that supply synthetic Black Soap, Back to Africa supplies natural African Black Soap made in Western Africa. Along with our African Black Soap; we carry a wide variety of other African soaps that are beneficial to your skin.You can use all of our soaps on your body, face, and hair. The benefits are that it helps to relieve rashes, scalp irritations, softens rough skin, oily skin, dry skin, acne, blemishes and other skin problems. Our soaps give your face a deep cleansing, leaving it fresh and healthier. Some say it can even help with wrinkles and fine lines!

Visit the personal care link to view our soaps.

African jewelry is an ancient art form that is continuously honored and reflects the art of African heritage and history.  In each uniquely crafted piece of jewelry there are several artistic, religious, spiritual and cultural elements of the African heritage.

Having a piece of African jewelry to  yourself is having a world of culture and history in its own beautiful form. Even though there is history and meaning behind each piece, it is the distinctive art in the jewelry that grabs the attention of most.

Modern African pieces still remain true to the same historic values and meanings of the past. These themes represent different elements of African culture and reveal the importance of each piece of jewelry, which in turn makes them so special to collectors and art lovers everywhere.

The history and meaning of each piece of jewelry is unique. It is said that owning one of these jewels provides hope, wisdom and well-being to its owner. So the next time you visit the back2africa website, check out our jewelry section because you never know what you might find to start your own personal collection of African culture.

Back to Africa carries a large collection of African jewelry. From necklaces, chokers, earrings, and bracelets. We provide unique, hand carved items that our customers are always pleased with.

Dashikis and Kaftans are colorful shirts worn by both men and women in Africa. These colors usually vary in pattern.

Thanks to the comfort, lightness, and size, Dashikis and Kaftans have never went out of style in Africa. The garment’s fabric is much more comfortable in the harsh African climate. In addition, the Dashikis and Kaftans are loose-fittin and long, helping to fir every body frame.

Although Dashikis and Kaftans are more common in West Africa, the Kwanzaa season brings out the African heritage in many Americans. Kwanzaa is celebrated in December, mostly by African Americans in America. No matter where you go around this time, Dashikis and Kaftans are worn.

Back to Africa sells a wide range of these garments in trendy colors for our modern day African Americans. They also come in different vibrant colors, ranging from $6.00 to $11.00.

We all have our skin related issues that we have to deal with. Almost every fall my skin dries up and I have patches of eczema. Do you want relief and help with your issues? Are you dreaming of fixing your wrinkles and dry skin. Well look no further as I have a solution for you. Just use 100 % unrefined Shea Butter for smoother skin. My entire family uses it with unbelievable results.

Shea Butter is a natural plant extract derived from the nut of the Karite Tree, which grows throughout West Africa. The name Karite means the Tree of Life, as a result of the many important uses Shea Butter provides to the people of this region.

Shea Butter has been utilized for centuries due to its amazing ability to renew, repair and protect the skin. Our 100% pure Shea Butter is unique because of its high content of non-saponifiable fats, which act as a natural skin moisturizer due to its exceptional healing properties for the skin. Our Shea Butter, which is completely unrefined, organic, and extremely high in Vitamins A, E & F, enhances cell regeneration and capillary circulation. Its exceptional moisturizing properties provide the skin with all the essential elements it needs for balance, elasticity and tone.

Our 100% all-natural African Shea Butter can be used to treat all of the following conditions: Dry Skin, Dry Hair & Scalp, Eczema, Infant Eczema, Psoriasis, Arthritis & Rheumatism, Wrinkle Prevention, Diaper Rash, Muscle Fatigue, Scar Minimization, Skin Discoloration, Stretch Mark Prevention & Minimization and as a natural shaving agent.

Business owners, you don’t want to miss out on this wonderful opportunity! Your customers will be extremely satisfied with the benefits and multiple uses that Shea Butter provides for them. Make sure you are a part of this lucrative market and order it today. You will not regret it! So just Click Here and try some of our Shea Butter Products.