What is shea butter?
At Marie-Stella-Maris, we formulate our natural body care essentials with at least 96% natural ingredients. One of the ingredients that enrich our body creams and body lotions is shea butter: a natural ingredient that intensely nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Read on and discover the benefits of shea butter in our body care essentials.
Shea butter, also known as shea butter, is extracted from the nuts of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa), which grows in the vast savannas of West Africa. The production of shea butter is a careful and traditional process that is usually carried out by women in local communities. It begins with collecting the nuts, which are then dried, roasted and ground to make a rich, thick paste. This paste is then cooked to extract the buttery substance we know: a creamy, fatty substance with a subtle, nutty smell.
Shea butter melts at body temperature, making it ideal for skin care. Thanks to its rich composition of vitamins, fatty acids and antioxidants, shea butter offers those essential for healthy skin.
Vitamins A and E
Vitamin A aids in cell renewal and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin E is known for its antioxidant properties, protects the skin from free radical damage and strengthens the skin barrier.
Essential Fatty Acids
Shea butter contains a high concentration of essential fatty acids. These fatty acids contribute to sheabutter's moisturizing and softening properties, keeping the skin supple and hydrated.
Antioxidants
In addition to vitamin E, sheabutter contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from harmful external influences.
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