Unrefined versus refined shea butter

Why is it worth reaching for unrefined "Africa's gold"?

Shea butter, called "Africa's gold," has been a natural source of nutrition and skin protection for generations. While both unrefined and refined versions are available on the market, it is the unrefined shea butter that retains all its original properties, making it a far more valuable choice for both your skin and the environment.

TAMA® Unrefined Shea Butter is made through the traditional, hand-collected and processed nuts of the shea tree. Women from African communities in the village of Tamale carefully select the nuts, choosing only the best ones, which results in the exceptional quality of the final product. This process preserves natural vitamins A, E, F, antioxidants, and unsaturated fatty acids – ingredients that deeply regenerate, moisturize, and protect the skin.

Unrefined TAMA® shea butter has a distinctive, nutty smell and a creamy texture, and its effect is almost therapeutic:

– soothes inflammation,

– speeds up the healing of minor wounds,

– supports skin regeneration after burns and effectively protects against cold and UV radiation.

Refined shea butter, although it has a neutral scent and lighter color, loses some of its natural nutrients during the purification process. Its biggest advantage is how easy it is to use in cosmetics – it doesn’t affect the scent or color of products, which is a marketing benefit for manufacturers. However, from a skincare perspective, its value is much lower.

In summary:

Unrefined TAMA® shea butter is a product much richer in nutrients and more effective for skin care.

It's a conscious choice – for people who value naturalness, tradition, and the power of nature in its purest form.

Refined butter may be more convenient to produce, but it's the unrefined kind that's the true treasure of nature – full of life, energy, and beneficial properties.

Choose wisely!