Shea Butter
Primary Function
Emollient
Safety Verdict
Mostly Safe
Health Score
9/10
Eco Score
9/10
Also Known As
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
About Shea Butter
Shea butter is a natural fat extracted from shea nuts. It is widely used for moisturizing and is generally well tolerated by most skin types.
Formulation Role & Skin Benefits
Shea Butter is selected for formulations requiring reducing dryness, flakiness, and rough texture, delivering enhancing skin barrier comfort and tactile smoothness.
Best suited for dry, mature, and sensitive skin types. Typical formulation context: creams, balms, ointments, and rich moisturizers.
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