Hair, lips and skin - shea butter can be used anywhere!

Even Cleopatra in ancient Egypt knew about the wonderful effects of shea butter, which is why she swore by it. Shea, or Karité as it's also known, is extracted from the nuts that are the fruit of the African Shea tree. For the locals, it is a sacred tree, and it's easy to see why. It's a little miracle, and if you have it in your bathroom, you're onto a winner. Don't know how to make the most of it? Don't despair. We'll show you the benefits of the butter in the jar and where you can make the most of it.

How is it made?

As we mentioned above, Shea is obtained from nuts that are collected from the ground. The green husk is removed from it and we move on. Each nut goes through a process of cooking, sun-drying, roasting, crushing, grinding and rinsing. All of this is repeated several times until shea butter is created from the nuts. It should be noted that all processes are carried out entirely by hand, as they used to be. Only women are involved in the production.

What are its properties?

Karité should have its place in every bathroom, mainly because of its great properties. Essentially, it's a multi-purpose helper that might not look all that appealing at first glance – a white or yellow substance that melts immediately in the heat and doesn't exactly evoke pleasant feelings. Unlike other butters and oils, however, it doesn't leave a greasy film on the skin, which is a big plus. Everything that shea butter touches immediately becomes soft and pleasantly smooth, making it worth trying. What other properties does the butter have, and what does it contain?

● Chemical-free - the butter is 100% natural, with no added substances and also contains many
vitamins.
● Vitamins A and E - vitamin A is an experienced fighter against wrinkles and vitamin E in turn
hydrates the skin.
● Fatty acids - contains palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic and
others, thanks to which the skin will be more flexible and also healthier.

Where to use it?

Shea or shea butter can be used really anywhere – on the face, lips and hair. It is a great helper in the treatment of eczema, it is used to soothe eczema, protects the body and skin against frost and moisture, has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, also moisturises the skin. And that's not all it can do. Where can you use it?

Skin care
Shea butter gives your skin everything it needs. It nourishes and hydrates it perfectly, ensuring a healthy and supple appearance. You don't need several products in the bathroom, one multi-functional helper is enough. It can replace a day and night cream, and you can also use it on your hands.

Hair care
Are you troubled by dry and unruly hair that lacks vitality? Treat it to a high-quality homemade mask that you can make in the comfort of your own home. Just leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes and your hair will regain its shine and beauty.

Sunbathing aid
It also has UV protection. Classic butter probably won't be enough for you on holiday by the sea, but it's an ideal aid for a walk. Do you want to tan with shea butter? Then reach for carrot tanning butter, which has a number of ingredients that give your skin the best care while staying in the sun.

Lip balm
You can treat dry and chapped lips with shea butter, which will pleasantly soften and nourish the lips. For everyday care, you can also use lip balm, which, in addition to butter, contains other natural ingredients that take care of your lips.

Massage aid
Do you need to get rid of stress and nervousness from the whole day? Does your back hurt after a hard day? A home massage will definitely come in handy, and what else to use for it than shea butter! It hydrates and softens the skin, plus it doesn't leave the body feeling unpleasantly greasy.