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Shea butter, which in French means nothing else than “life”, has been considered a natural and valued cosmetic raw material for centuries. It serves as a UV filter, has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin, has a healing effect on scars caused by burns and wounds. Oils, moisturizes and rejuvenates the skin.
Shea butter is also often called shea butter. The fat, full of aroma, is obtained from a long-lived shea tree growing in the African savannah. Europe discovered this raw material in the XNUMXth century, although today it is a popular ingredient in cosmetics, it was once used to make candles and soap.
Rich composition of shea butter
Shea butter provides hair and skin with vitamins A, E and F. The following acids are beneficial for the skin: stearic and oleic. Thanks to the content of cinnamic acid, it protects against excessive sunlight and bacteria. Shea butter penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin, and does not leave a greasy film on its surface.
Skin comfort and anti-inflammatory effect
Shea butter is a frequent addition to shampoos, hair conditioners and body care cosmetics. We often come across it when reading the composition of lipsticks, sun creams, body lotions, including those intended for sunbathing.
The rich properties of shea butter are noticeable in particular:
- in alleviating inflammation resulting from osteoporosis,
- in supporting the treatment of rheumatism,
- in nourishing and regenerating the skin after radiotherapy, sunburn, frostbite or contact with high temperature,
- eliminates cracks and hardening of the skin,
- soothes diaper rash,
- leaves a protective lipid coat on the skin,
- supports the fight against stretch marks and cellulite,
- is helpful for acne skin, soothes eczema, dermatoses, skin allergies, insect bites, herpes and flaking after sunbathing,
- has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects,
- reduces muscle tension and pain,
- strengthens the intercellular cement, makes the skin more elastic and reduces the visibility of wrinkles resulting from excessive skin dryness,
- ensures optimal hydration of the skin, binds water on its surface, protects against exfoliation of the epidermis,
- reduces the visibility of discolorations,
- closes the structure of the hair, regenerates, moisturizes and protects the hair against water, UV rays and color loss.
Savior remedy for damaged hair
A mask for damaged hair should be used once a week to restore shine and smoothness. Melt a small amount of shea butter in a saucepan, leave to cool completely. Rub it into the hair and scalp, let it act on them for half an hour. Then rinse the shea butter with warm water from the hair.