The secret of Africa! What sets shea butter apart from other natural oils?

What is the secret behind this African beauty product?

Well, To understand the magic of shea butter, you first need to understand the importance of its composition!

Most oils extracted from seeds can be divided into two fractions: the moisturising fraction and the therapeutic fraction – that is, a wealth of valuable bioactive compounds.

What sets shea butter apart from other oils produced from seeds is, above all, its high medicinal – bioactive – content, which includes vitamins A, E and F, cinnamic acid, phytosterols and other nutrients that are extremely beneficial for our skin and hair.

The American Shea Butter Institute announces that bioactive fraction in good-quality shea butter, it may amount to as many as 9%. Importantly, whilst other seed-derived oils may have a good or excellent moisturising fraction, in most cases the therapeutic fraction is, unfortunately, small and amounts to approximately 1-3%.

What does such a high proportion of bioactive ingredients mean for our skin?

Well, a great deal, because it is precisely the composition of shea butter – with its high proportion of bioactive ingredients – that is responsible for the product’s exceptional effects and really sets shea apart from many other oils!

The magic of shea butter lies not only in its deep and intense moisturising effect on the skin; high-quality shea butter – that is, properly processed Shea Parka nuts – guarantees a high content of vitamins and other nutrients that are beneficial to our skin

So how does shea butter affect our skin?

Slows down the skin aging process – vitamins E and A in shea butter boost collagen production in the skin.

Firms and tones – numerous phytosterols help reduce fine wrinkles.

Deeply moisturises and smooths– forms a lipid layer which helps maintain the skin’s optimal moisture levels.

It has a soothing and anti-inflammatory effect– The phytosterols and cinnamic acid derivatives found in shea butter soothe various types of irritation; shea butter has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

Shea butter evens out skin tone, reduces puffiness and dark circles under the eyes, and aids in the treatment of many skin conditions and problems (e.g.to squeezey, eczema or atopic dermatitis).

Bear in mind, however, that only high-quality shea butter contains a high proportion of active ingredients, which is why it is so important to pay attention to the quality of the shea butter you choose. The quality of the product is indicated by its colour, texture and scent, as well as by research and testing.

Our shea butter has been awarded, amongst others, the following certifications: ECOCERT, USDA Organic, SGS international standards and the Food and Drugs Authority

You simply must give it a go – you’ll discover the African secret to beautiful, smooth and healthy skin!