What is Shea Butter?

Shea Butter is a fat extracted from the nut of the African Shea Tree (Vitellaria Paradoxa) located in West Africa/Ghana. It is ivory in color when raw, with more processed versions being white, although it is commonly dyed yellow with borututu root (African Tree bark used in medicine as a cleansing agent) or palm oil. 

Shea Butter is edible, and is used in food preparations as a cooking oil in some African countries. Shea Butter is also used in food products such as chocolate to give it a smoother texture. Shea Butter is extracted from a nut, so be aware of any nut allergies. 

In West Africa, where the raw ingredients are harvested, Shea Butter is a women's industry. Over the years it has enabled women to improve the quality of life for their families and community. Shea Butter's use can be tracked all the way to Cleopatra in ancient Egypt. It was believed that she used Shea Butter for its anti-aging and healing properties as a everyday remedy.

The uses of Shea Butter is nothing new, and the people of Africa have been using Shea Butter for years. From Beauty and Baby balms to infection protection, and as a natural childbirth aid. Shea Butter has become quite popular with more people discovering the many anti-aging and therapeutic benefits of this rich plant butter.

* Shea Butter is Rich in nutrients including vitamins A and E, essential for healthy skin.

* Shea Butter rebuilds and rejuvenates Collagen and has been shown to have anti-aging properties, keeping the skin smoother, and less prone to wrinkling.

*Shea butter helps to treat facial lines, and under eye blemishes. Maintains and restores the skin's natural elasticity.

* Easily absorbs through the skin without clogging pores, Shea butter helps to treat Acne.

* The softening and healing properties of Shea Butter along with its  high antioxidant content help to heal age spots, scarring and hyperpigmentation. 

* Shea Butter is anti-inflammatory and is recommended for a number of skin conditions, including mild to moderate eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis. 

* Shea Butter protects skin and lips against damage from sun exposer, wind, cold and dry winter air.  

* Moisturizer and Natural Hair conditioner, Shea Butter seals in moisture and rejuvenates weak hair follicles, nourishes and helps maintain a healthy scalp. Shea Butter naturally brings shine and luster to the hair. 

* Shea Butter is Commonly used as a Natural baby care product. Soothes minor rashes including diaper rash, and any skin irritations. helps to moisturize/heal dry skin and cradle cap on newborns. 

* Can be used after shaving to minimize razor bumps and burns.

* Fades Dark spots, scares, and treats small skin wounds. 

* Softens/heals minor burns, cracking skin, and callouses on feet.

*Shea butter relieves joint pain and muscle aches. 

* Prevents and fades Stretch marks from pregnancy. 

* Shea Butter Stops irritation due to dryness or chemical processing from relaxers or hair dying.