The air has been extremely dry this winter in the DMV area for my skin, which caused unusual dry patches on my neck. I had tried a number of lotions, balms, butters, and creams to help but nothing seemed to do the trick. Thank God for Northern Shea because this natural thick shea butter was just what the doctor ordered. I love it! Plus it works really well on my husband's and son's skin too which is very resistant to maintaining moisture.