The best body butters for skin are shea butters that come from the African shea nut tree. Body Butters are used to hydrate the skin, and the best time to apply body butter is actually directly out of the shower while your skin is still somewhat moist. Body butter helps to seal moisture that is already in your skin. It forms a protective barrier to lock in moisture. Shea butter contain Omega 3 fats, vitamin A, E, and F. It also helps a natural collagen production because of its different acids that protect and nourish the skin.