SHEA BUTTER Usage And Synthesis

Chemical Properties

Grey-white solid.

Uses

shea butter (hydrodispersible) is an excellent emollient for use in creams, lotions, and makeup preparations. It alleviates skin dryness, and has sun-protection and high skin-penetration properties. It is obtained by the hydroxylation of shea butter.

Uses

shea butter protects the skin from dehydration and external aggressions due to harsh climate, and is attributed with antiinflammatory activity. It restores skin suppleness, increases moisturization, and can improve the appearance of irritated dry skin. Shea butter is a natural fat obtained from the fruit of the karate tree.

Definition

A substance obtained from the nuts of Bassia.