Shea butter, also known as karité 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, usually carried out by women in local communities. It begins with collecting the nuts, which are then dried, roasted, and ground to create a rich, thick paste. This paste is then boiled to extract the buttery substance we know: a creamy, fatty substance with a subtle, nutty scent.
Shea butter melts at body temperature, making it ideal for skincare. Thanks to its rich composition of vitamins, fatty acids, and antioxidants, shea butter provides essential benefits for healthy skin.
