Body butters provide skin nourishment and health benefits when applied after bathing. They make the skin soft and silky feeling. Applying body butter at night allows the skin to be fully nourished by morning in a supple state. The amount of body butter needed depends on skin type and requirements may vary. Shea butter contains high levels of vitamins A, E and F and has a shelf life of 12-18 months. Body butter can help reduce the appearance of stretch marks when applied daily.