Shea Butter “Mother Nature's Conditioner”
- Shernita Felton
- Jun 5, 2018
- 3 min read
The Shea tree is aka “Tree of Life,”The name is due to its ability to address numerous skin, hair, and health conditions. “Mother Nature's Conditioner” is the name that the Shea Butter has because of its moisturizing and softening properties. The Vitellaria paradoxa botanical aka Butyrospermum parkii botanical, and most commonly known as the versatile Shea tree is not only the source of Shea nuts from which the well-known Shea Butter is derived but it has also proven itself to be valuable for conserving semi-arid Africa’s delicate ecosystems and for sustaining entire communities. Shea trees can also be found in the Savanna belt, which is also called the “Shea Belt.” This region includes countries such as Senegal, Mali, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Togo, Ghana, Benin, Nigeria, Niger, Cameroon, Uganda, Sudan and Ethiopia. The main Shea nut exporting countries are Ghana and Burkina Faso
BENEFITS OF SHEA BUTTER
OLEIC ACIDS (OMEGA 9) are known to maintain the softness, suppleness, and radiance of skin and hair,stimulate the growth of thicker, longer, and stronger hair,reduce the appearance of aging, such as premature wrinkles and fine lines,eliminate dandruff and thereby support hair growth,boost immunity,exhibit antioxidant properties,prevent joint inflammation, and stiffness.
STEARIC ACID is known to have cleansing properties that purge dirt, sweat, and excess sebum from hair and skin,help products remain potent when stored for long periods of time,condition and protect hair from damage without diminishing luster or making it feel heavy,have exceptional cleansing properties,and soften skin.
PALMITIC ACID is known to have emollient properties,soften hair without leaving a greasy or sticky residue.
LINOLEIC ACID (OMEGA 6/Vitamin F) is known to moisturize hair and promote its growth,facilitate wound healing,be an effective emulsifier in the formulation of soaps and quick-drying oils,exhibit anti-inflammatory properties,soothe acne and reduce chances of future outbreaks,promote moisture retention in skin and hair,make oils feel thinner in consistency when used in an oil blend, thus being beneficial for use on acne-prone skin,soothe and promote the healing of skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis,and slow the look of premature aging.
CINNAMIC ACID ESTERS are known to have SPF properties that make it act as natural sunscreen,soothe inflammation, irritation, and redness,contribute antioxidant properties,promote cell regeneration,and making skin look rejuvenated.
ALLANTOIN is known to contribute protective and regenerative properties to skin that facilitate wound healing,effectively soften skin and soothe irritation,stimulate cell regeneration,and thereby promoting the growth of healthy skin and tissue.
POLYPHENOLS are known to soften skin,exhibit antioxidant properties that slow the look of aging,protect against harmful UV radiation,boost skin cell regeneration and elasticity, thereby enhancing overall skin quality,promote greater circulation and oxygen to the skin,have antioxidant properties that slow the look of aging and boost circulation,repair scarred and blemished skin,prevent moisture loss from skin and hair,offer soothing relief to skin that has been burned,and deeply cleanse pores and balance oil production.
VITAMIN A is known to,protect skin against damage caused by UV radiation,slow the appearance of aging by smoothing wrinkles and fine lines,stimulate production of collagen,stimulate cells regeneration to keep skin healthy, strong, and firm,facilitate faster healing of wounds,protect skin against toxins and bacteria and promotes cell production, thus boosting immunity,lighten unwanted blemishes and dark spots, thus balancing skin tone to create an even glow, and slow the production of oil in the skin and clears pores, thereby preventing acne breakouts.
There are many uses of Shea Butter ranging from medicinal to cosmetic. Its many forms include massage oils and balms, cleansing oils, lotions, creams, facial serums, soaps, lip balms, lipsticks, shampoos and other hair care products, and ointments or salves.
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New Directions Aromaics,"All About Shea Butter", November 30,2017
https://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/blog/products/all-about-shea-butter.html
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