# Shea Butter - **Brand:** Essenciales - **Reference:** M101A0Z - **Price:** 9,95 EUR (before 11,95 EUR) - **Availability:** In stock - **Category:** [Vegetable oils](https://www.essenciales.com/en/vegetable-oils.md) - **Path:** Vegetable oils - **Rating:** 4,8/5 (66 reviews) - **URL (HTML):** https://www.essenciales.com/en/shea-butter.html - **Image:** https://www.essenciales.com/878-large_default/shea-butter.jpg ## Variants - **Size:** 100 ml ## Summary **Raw Shea Butter (Butyrospermum parkii / Vitellaria paradoxa)****100% Natural Β· Unrefined Β· Cold-Pressed** Raw Shea Butter is a time-honored botanical treasureβ€”rich in vitamins A, E, and F. It deeply nourishes, soothes, and protects dry or sensitive skin and hair. Its dense, natural texture melts upon contact, creating a restorative barrier for lips, face, body, or hair. - 🌿 Pure, unrefined, no additives - ✨ Repairs, hydrates & protects - πŸ’‹ Ideal for lips, dry patches & split ends - πŸ’§ Shields skin from harsh weather - πŸ’†β€β™€οΈ Softens, calms & adds elasticity - πŸ”₯ Firm texture, melts in your hands A versatile, nutrient-rich essential for daily care. ## Description ### 🌿 Shea Butter - *Butyrospermum parkii* 🌿 **Shea butter**, extracted from the nuts of the *Vitellaria paradoxa* tree, is one of the most valued natural ingredients in cosmetics thanks to its nourishing, moisturizing, and regenerating properties. Originally from Africa, it has been used for centuries for its remarkable benefits for skin and hair care, earning the nickname β€œAfrican gold.” ✨ Rich in vitamins A, E, and F, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids, it deeply nourishes, protects, and enhances the skin and hair, especially in cases of dryness or irritation. #### 🌸 Properties of Shea Butter Thanks to its high content of **essential fatty acids** (oleic, stearic, and linoleic), shea butter restores and maintains the skin’s protective barrier. Its **vitamins A and E** act as natural antioxidants, protecting the skin from premature aging, while **vitamin F** provides soothing benefits, ideal for sensitive or irritated skin. πŸ’§ With its **anti-inflammatory and regenerating** properties, shea butter helps soothe irritated or inflamed skin, relieving conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and sunburn. It provides long-lasting hydration without clogging pores, while creating a natural barrier that shields the skin from wind, cold, and pollution. #### πŸ”Ž Organoleptic Description - **Color:** Creamy or light yellow, depending on purity and extraction method. - **Texture:** Solid at room temperature, it melts easily upon contact with the skin. - **Aroma:** Mild and slightly earthy, typical of unrefined shea butter. #### πŸ’› Benefits of Shea Butter - **Deep Moisturizing and Nourishment:** A natural emollient that keeps the skin soft, supple, and hydrated for hours. Ideal for dry or dehydrated skin. - **Soothing and Anti-Inflammatory:** Calms irritation and redness. Perfect for sensitive skin and conditions like eczema or dermatitis. 🌿 - **Antioxidant and Anti-Aging:** Protects against free radicals, improving skin elasticity and preventing premature aging. ✨ - **Regenerating and Repairing:** Promotes cell renewal, helping improve scars, stretch marks, and blemishes. - **Natural Protection:** Forms a barrier against wind, cold, and environmental damage. - **Hair Care:** Strengthens dry or damaged hair, reduces frizz, and adds shine. πŸ’†β€β™€οΈ #### 🧴 Cosmetic Uses Shea butter is extremely versatile. On the **face**, it acts as a powerful moisturizer for dry or mature skin. On the **lips**, it protects and nourishes, preventing cracks. On the **body**, it softens rough areas like elbows or heels and enhances other oils’ effects. Used for **massage**, it melts easily, providing comfort, relaxation, and nourishment. πŸ’† In **hair care**, it works perfectly as a pre-shampoo mask to repair damage, reduce frizz, and strengthen split ends. #### πŸͺ„ Three DIY Recipes with Shea Butter ##### 1. πŸ’‹ **Hydrating Lip Balm** **Ingredients:** - 1 tbsp shea butter - 1 tsp coconut oil - Β½ tsp beeswax - 2 drops peppermint essential oil **Instructions:** - Melt the shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax in a double boiler. - Remove from heat and add the essential oil. - Pour into a small container and let cool. **Benefits:** Protects, hydrates, and softens the lips, leaving them smooth and nourished. πŸ’„ ##### 2. πŸ’†β€β™€οΈ **Repairing Hair Mask** **Ingredients:** - 1 tbsp shea butter - 1 tbsp olive oil - 5 drops rosemary essential oil **Instructions:** - Melt the shea butter and mix with the oils. - Apply to dry hair from mid-length to ends. Leave on for 30 minutes before washing. **Benefits:** Repairs and nourishes damaged hair, restoring softness and shine. ✨ ##### 3. 🧴 **Moisturizing Body Cream** **Ingredients:** - 2 tbsp shea butter - 1 tbsp sweet almond oil - 10 drops lavender essential oil **Instructions:** - Melt the shea butter, mix with the oils, and pour into a clean jar. - Let cool until it solidifies. **Benefits:** Deeply hydrates and nourishes the skin, leaving it soft, supple, and delicately scented. 🌸 πŸ’š Natural, nourishing, and versatile β€” shea butter is a must-have for any skincare routine. πŸ’š ## Related products - [Jasmine Absolute](https://www.essenciales.com/en/jasmine-absolute.md) - [Base Cream, Organic & Neutral](https://www.essenciales.com/en/base-cream-organic-neutral.md) - [Green Montmorillonite Clay](https://www.essenciales.com/en/green-montmorillonite-clay.md) - [Lip Balm Tube, Bamboo](https://www.essenciales.com/en/lip-balm-tube-bamboo.md) - [Beeswax pellets](https://www.essenciales.com/en/beeswax-pellets.md) ## Reviews (66, avg 4,8/5) - **5,0/5** β€” Anonymous (2026-04-04) Excellent!!! - **5,0/5** β€” Anonymous (2026-03-03): Exquisite purity Shea butter is super versatile for any use. It melts very well into the skin, warming it a bit with your hands makes the application ideal. It smells good and the hydration lasts a long time. - **5,0/5** β€” Anonymous (2025-09-02) perfect texture and smell - **5,0/5** β€” Anonymous (2025-03-20) I am excited to have this product to add essential oils and enrich my skin with natural products - **5,0/5** β€” Anonymous (2025-01-15) good