Shea butter 1kg - Certified Organic, Unrefined, Raw, Natural - 100% Pure

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Because of its amazing healing properties and hydrating qualities, shea butter may possibly reduce the appearance of stretch marks and other scarring. Some people also use it to naturally improve the appearance of cellulite by smoothing and softening the skin. 6. Prevents Diaper Rash for Babies

Some companies also market their shea butter as being organic. This is the unrefined version that has been grown and harvested using natural processes only. The healing and moisturizing properties of shea butter can be attributed to its nutritional value. Here is the nutritional data for shea butter. Shea Butter Nutrition Facts Nutrition Facts

Wondering how to use shea butter on face, hair and maybe even in your next meal? You can actually use shea butter instead of dairy butter or olive oil in recipes. And it’s super easy to make your own skin care products right at home. Raw shea butter is gentle enough to use daily and is perfect for many uses from facial creams and body lotions to lip balms and even shaving cream.

Maranz, S., Wiesman, Z., and Garti, N. Phenolic constituents of shea (Vitellaria paradoxa) kernels. J Agric Food Chem 2003;51(21):6268-6273. View abstract. Continue reading to learn more about the profile and applications of Shea butter. What Is Shea Butter Made From? According to a 2018 article, shea butter contains components that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, such as triterpenes.

Draelos ZD. (2015). A pilot study investigatingthe efficacy of botanical anti-inflammatory agents in an OTC eczema therapy[Abstract]. DOI: If your hair is naturally straight, thin, or fine, consider using shea butter on the ends of your hair. Applying shea butter to your roots may cause an oily-looking buildup. Storage

Shea butter acts as a natural sunscreen by providing protection against the ultraviolet radiations of the sun, though the level of protection offered may be variable. Cinnamic acid, found in shea butter, is a compound that provides UV protection, and the SPF ranges from 6-10 depending on the butter’s quality. It is not recommended to use shea butter alone as a sunscreen as its SPF is considered to be low to provide ample protection from the harmful rays. Shea butter is best used after sun exposure to soothe the skin and also reverse the oxidative damage caused by the sun ( 39). 27. An Alternative To Coconut Oil, Butter, Or Olive Oil In Cooking Even though shea butter doesn't contain any preservatives, it will typically remain an effective moisturiser for a couple of years. Is shea butter natural? Even better? The majority of it is alpha-tocopherol (one of eight forms of vitamin E), which has the highest antioxidant activity. Vitamin E is in our sebum, so oilier skins have more of it.The National Center for Biotechnology Information published a study indicating that shea nuts and shea fat ( shea butter) constitute a significant source of anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor promoting compounds. Another study from the American Journal of Life Sciences claims that shea butter boosts collagen production, demonstrating some major anti-aging potential. What Is Shea Butter? Alfred Thomas (2002). "Fats and Fatty Oils". Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry. Weinheim: Wiley-VCH. doi: 10.1002/14356007.a10_173. ISBN 978-3527306732. Eczema ( atopic dermatitis). Early research shows that applying shea butter to the skin, alone or with other ingredients, improves symptoms of eczema in children and adolescents. You can use your fingers to scoop a teaspoon or so of shea butter from your jar, and then rub it onto your skin until it’s completely absorbed. Fodouop SPC, et al. (2017). Effects of Vitellariaparadoxa (C.F. Gaertn.) aqueous leaf extract administration on Salmonellatyphimurium-infected rats. DOI: