Organic Shea Butter is one of the most important natural ingredients when it comes to nourishing and indulgent skin care products. Rich in oil-soluble fatty acids, this butter is highly appreciated for its healing properties and intense moisturisation.
Packed with vitamins A, E, F, and K, organic shea butter can help repair damaged skin while protecting against environmental elements. It’s considered a powerhouse ingredient that provides many benefits to your skin – such as hydration, anti-aging effects, UV protection and improved cell generation.
The use of shea butter dates back centuries – it has been used by African women for generations to keep their skin soft and supple. In recent years it’s become increasingly popular in Europe – not just for its healing powers but also as an environmentally friendly ingredient. It takes only a small amount of shea butter to make a difference in your skincare routine; a little bit goes a long way!
If you’re looking for natural skincare products that really work, unrefined organic shea butter should be at the top of your list. Not only does it have incredible healing properties, but it is gentle enough to use on all skin types without causing any irritation or sensitivity. Your skin will be left feeling smooth, supple and nourished like never before!
Uses of Organic Shea Butter
Shea butter is an incredibly versatile ingredient, perfect for body butters, lip balms, hair treatments and soap recipes. Rich in vitamins A, E, K and F, shea butter helps to hydrate and protect your skin from the environment while combatting the signs of ageing. Its nourishing properties make it ideal for treating dry skin conditions. For a luxurious treat combine shea butter with any of our soap recipes – your skin will thank you! Andy recommends using raw shea butter for hand treatments to combat his own eczema – why not try it out?
Benefits of Organic Shea Butter
Organic unrefined shea butter is a powerhouse of nourishing skincare benefits. It is packed with vitamins A, E, F, and K that help to strengthen and protect the skin from environmental elements. The natural carotenoids present in it give the butter a pale yellow colour and also provide protection against UV rays.
This amazing ingredient provides superior hydration, reduces inflammation, improves cell regeneration and delays the signs of ageing due to its antioxidant properties. It can be used on all skin types without causing sensitivity or irritation – leaving you feeling soft, smooth and well taken care of!
Origin of Organic Shea Butter
Unrefined shea butter is the all-natural, unprocessed butter extracted from the sheanut which is only grown in Western Africa. Our raw, organic shea butter has not been chemically refined or extracted in any way; instead it is carefully hand-crafted by a women’s cooperative in Ghana to ensure that local communities are empowered and enabled. Pure shea butter is also called karite or sheanut butter.
Storage of Organic Shea Butter
Shea butter should be kept away from direct sunlight and sealed tightly, to prevent any moisture building up in the container. It is perfectly fine stored at room temperature and does not require a refrigerator. Despite not containing any preservatives, shea butter can last up to two years as an effective moisturiser.
Wholesale
Available in tubs from 100g to 25kg, stock up on larger quantities of Freshskin’s organic shea butter and make great savings.
Recommended usage
It is oil soluble (not water soluble) and is usually incorporated via the oil phase when preparing emulsions. It has no known incompatibilities.
- Lotions & Creams: 2 – 20%
- Balms: 5 – 100 %
- Bar Soaps: 3 – 12 %
- Hair Conditioners: 1 – 5 %
Blog
If you’re looking to learn more about the benefits of Shea Butter for skin care, be sure to check out our blog post, “What Is Shea Butter and How Does It Benefit Your Skin?“. In this blog, we cover everything you need to know about Shea Butter, from its natural properties to how it can help improve your skin’s health.
Facts
Botanical name | Butyrospermum parkii |
Origin | Ghana |
Product Type | 100% Pure Butter |
Skin Type | All skin and hair types but particularly for dry, mature skin and hair |
Sachalene Rankin-day –
Looks and smells amazing can’t wait to try it out. Fast delivery like always would highly recommend.
A –
I have been ordering this product for probably 5 years now. I always come back, the quality and price are amazing
Fatima –
I received my Shea butter look absolutely clean I love it. I will definitely purchase more and I would highly recommend. I was a bit worried about ordering as I have discovered you from TikTok and I noticed they’ve not posted for awhile. I thought they were gonna have business. I was a bit hesitant I’m really pleased with the quality and the quantity
Sarah Nicholas –
The best Shea butter I like that’s it’s not small bits and even my husband started using it. It really moisturises dry skin and ends of hair. 😎
Gaynor –
Excellent product. It is highly moisturising and doesn’t not have an offensive smell. The butter melts and spreads easily between your two hands and is easy to apply and spread on dry skin areas.
Tracy Powell-Taylor –
A gorgeous product and it made my cream smooth and creamy. I make my own skincare blends at home, and this is lovely to mix with any carrier oil and with beeswax. Absolutely delighted with the finished result. I love the quality products of Freshskin and always come back. Thank you very much!
Ríofach –
I love this, the smell is very strong though.