Butyrospermum Parkii, commonly known as Shea Butter, is a rich, creamy fat extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). It is widely used in skincare for its exceptional moisturizing and skin renewal properties, making it a staple ingredient in many products designed to nourish and protect the skin. Shea Butter is known for its luxurious texture and potent amount of vitamins and fatty acids, which contribute to its efficacy in skincare.
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Butyrospermum Parkii, commonly known as Shea Butter, is a rich, creamy fat extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). It is widely used in skincare for its exceptional moisturizing and skin renewal properties, making it a staple ingredient in many products designed to nourish and protect the skin. Shea Butter is known for its luxurious texture and potent amount of vitamins and fatty acids, which contribute to its efficacy in skincare.
Where does it come from?
Shea Butter is sourced from the nuts of the shea tree, which is native to the savanna regions of West Africa. The butter is traditionally extracted through a labor-intensive process that involves harvesting the nuts, drying them, and then crushing and boiling them to release the fat. The butter is then refined or left in its raw state for use in various skincare products. Shea Butter has been used for centuries in Africa for its moisturizing and skin rejuvenating properties and is now globally recognized for its benefits in skincare.
Deep Moisturization: Shea Butter is an excellent emollient, providing intense hydration and creating a protective barrier on the skin to lock in moisture.
Rich in Vitamins: It contains high levels of Vitamins A, E, and F, which nourish the skin, promote cell renewal, and protect from environmental factors.
Soothing: Shea Butter has natural soothing properties, which can calm irritated or inflamed skin, making it ideal for sensitive skin conditions.
Skin Barrier Protection: It strengthens the skin’s natural barrier, protecting it from harsh weather conditions, pollutants, and other external factors.
Softening and Smoothing: Regular use of Shea Butter can help soften rough, irritated skin and contribute to overall skin texture, leaving it smooth and supple.
How is it used in our products?
Shea Butter is used, for example, in F08 Cell Active Face Creamfrom OLIVEDA. It is included for its deep moisturizing properties in products designed for irritated or mature skin, as it works to soothe, strengthen, replenish, and maintain hydration.
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