Shea butter

Shea butter comes from an African tree, the Butyrospermum parkii. It is a naturally fatty almond found in the fruit that is processed to produce this product, whose many cosmetic virtues no longer need to be proven. Shea butter is known for its moisturising, repairing, softening and soothing properties. It is particularly rich in oleic acid and stearic acid. It also contains natural antioxidants (vitamins A and E), latex and phytosterols.

Its benefits

Shea butter deeply moisturises and nourishes not only the skin, but also the hair fibres. It also has a major advantage: it doesn't leave a greasy film when applied. Protective against UV rays, shea butter is particularly essential in summer, as it also soothes skin irritations caused by sunburn, for example. It also prolongs tanning and helps the skin retain its elasticity. Shea butter proves its benefits on a daily basis, for hand, lip and hair care in particular.

Benefits of shea butter for the hair

Directions for use

Nourishing for all hair types, shea butter is particularly recommended for people with dull, dry hair, to which it restores shine. Used as a conditioner on curly hair, it will nourish curls and fight frizz. Shea butter also helps to maintain colour. A hair mask is the most frequent way to benefit from its advantages.

Calming and soothing, the shea butter helps to fight against irritation and nourishes dry areas of the face. Regenerating, it also helps to heal chapped skin. It is also used as a protective lip balm and can help you prolong your tan.

Shea butter is traditionally used to massage young children, keep the skin supple and protect it from the sun. It is also a major ingredient in cooking.

Main benefits 

Cosmetic (for use on the skin) Emollient Antioxidant Nourishing Healing Regenerating, repairing, revitalising Skin softening and soothing Anti-inflammatory Protective

Other benefits

• Reinforcing the "sun filter" action

Uses and synergies of shea butter

Skin indications (skin, hair, nails)s)

• Acne. Sports activities (muscle maintenance before and after). Skin allergies. After-sun care. Babies (skin care). Tanning (prolongation). Slight burns. Coloured hair. Curly, frizzy hair. Light scarring. Cracks. Dry or irritated scalp. Scale. Dryness (hands, body, hair, nails). Eczema (1). Hair removal (after hair removal). Solar erythema. Cracks. Skin inflammation. Weather (skin protection in case of wind, cold etc). Skin irritation. Chapped lips and lip protection in very cold weather. Dry, chapped or damaged hands. Brittle or gnawed nails. Sensitised or tired skin. Dry feet. Itchy skin. PsoriasisWrinkles. Sun: sun protection before tanning, slight redness after exposure. Stretch marks (prevention). Skin ageing (prevention). ZonaDry areas of the body (elbows, etc.)

Regenerating cream for dry, damaged and mature skin

In a soup plate :
- Put 2 tablespoons of shea butter: work it with a fork for 1 minute to soften it.
- add a medium-sized egg yolk and mix to make the cream homogeneous.
- Then add 1/3 teaspoon of honey and mix well.
- put in a pot.

After washing, place a dab of this mixture in the palm of your hand and soften. Apply to all the areas of the body you wish to treat, including the face. Leave to take effect. If necessary, remove any excess with a towel.
Can also be used as a mask:
In this case, apply a larger quantity and leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing with warm water.
To obtain a nourishing cream: add a few sprays of hydrolat (of your choice) to the mixture in your hand.