Shea Butter
Vitellaria paradoxa
Shea butter is a rich African plant butter commonly used in creams, balms, salves, soaps, and moisturizing body-care products.
Overview
Shea butter is a rich African plant butter commonly used in creams, balms, salves, soaps, and moisturizing body-care products.
Entry Details
Shea butter is a rich African plant butter commonly used in creams, balms, salves, soaps, and moisturizing body-care products.
Shea butter is made from the nut of the shea tree and has a dense, creamy texture. It is widely used in body butters, creams, balms, salves, soaps, hair products, and protective skincare formulas. In a botanical glossary, shea butter should be described as a nourishing base ingredient that supports the texture and feel of topical products.
Shea butter has deep roots in West African body-care and household traditions. It is valued for its practical use in skin, hair, and daily personal-care routines. Educational descriptions can honor its cultural and ingredient heritage while avoiding claims about curing skin conditions.
Traditional Use / Educational Notes
Shea butter has deep roots in West African body-care and household traditions. It is valued for its practical use in skin, hair, and daily personal-care routines. Educational descriptions can honor its cultural and ingredient heritage while avoiding claims about curing skin conditions.
Safety Note
Patch test before use if sensitive to nut-derived ingredients or rich topical products. External use only unless a product is specifically made for culinary use. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Keep products clean, sealed, and away from excessive heat.