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Home Of African Shea Butter
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Origin ?
Shea butter is fat extracted from the nut of the African Shea trees that grow in Sahel region extending from West to East Africa. Shea butter is now used as cosmetic and therapeutic skin care products for women, men and children.
Why Shea Butter ?
Shea Butter is a nutrient rich butter, packed with vitamins and antioxidants that help soothe and repair dry or damaged skin.
The Traditional Way Of Making Shea Butter
When the nuts are cooled, they are extracted from their shells, a process that is done by hand which is often done in groups of women who have made it a social activity.
The process is all hands on deck, the women take pride using techniques that date back centuries. It is all about consistency of the process.
The discarded shells are used for cooking, while the seeds are cracked and roasted.
These extracts are boiled, skimmed, and cooled, which results in the shea butter.
The Shea Butter Benefits?
Shea butter will effectively soothe, moisturize and heal if you suffer from these skin conditions
- Severe Dry Skin
- Eczema
- Acne
- Dermatitis
- Skin Rashes
- Wrinkles
- Stretch marks
- Cracked heels
- Uneven Skin tone
- Hives
- Scars
Shea Butter Today?
The production of making the butter is hard work, but it’s sustainable sourcing is a lifestyle for many West and East African women.
The women not only take pride in making the butter, but this is a steady source of income for them.
With that said, when you purchase any of our products that contain Shea butter, It helps support local Shea farmers in the village to grow and keep the tradition alive and thriving for their community and the environment as well.
