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Natural cosmetics are care products that are based on ingredients of natural origin and minimize the use of artificial chemicals. They are becoming increasingly popular among people looking for more natural and ecological alternatives to traditional cosmetics.
One of the most commonly used and naturally occurring fats is Shea butter - what exactly are its properties? How is it used in cosmetics?
Properties of Shea butter and its use in cosmetics
Shea butter is also known as karite butter. It is a vegetable fat obtained from the nuts of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa), which grows mainly in West Africa. It has many skin care properties and is widely used in the cosmetics industry.
• Moisturizing and softening the skin
Shea butter is rich in fatty acids such as oleic and stearic acids, which help moisturize the skin and maintain its elasticity. It can dry out the skin and soften rough areas.
• Anti-inflammatory
Shea butter contains anti-inflammatory compounds such as lupeol and carotenoids. Therefore, it can be effective in relieving skin irritation, itching, and inflammation such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
• UV Protection
The natural sunscreens in shea butter, such as cinnamic acid, may provide some protection against harmful UV rays. While it won't replace a full-fledged SPF, it can help naturally block some of the sun's rays.
• Treat scars and stretch marks
Shea butter has skin-regenerating properties and can help reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and pigmentation spots. Applied regularly to damaged skin areas, it can improve their appearance and elasticity.
• Moisturize dry hair and scalp
Using shea butter is also beneficial for your hair and scalp. It can help moisturize dry scalp and soothe irritation. Applied to hair, it can prevent frizz, add shine and protect against thermal damage caused by styling.
Natural cosmetics are care products that are based on ingredients of natural origin and minimize the use of artificial chemicals. They are becoming increasingly popular among people looking for more natural and ecological alternatives to traditional cosmetics.
One of the most commonly used and naturally occurring fats is Shea butter - what exactly are its properties? How is it used in cosmetics?
Properties of Shea butter and its use in cosmetics
Shea butter is also known as karite butter. It is a vegetable fat obtained from the nuts of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa), which grows mainly in West Africa. It has many skin care properties and is widely used in the cosmetics industry.
• Moisturizing and softening the skin
Shea butter is rich in fatty acids such as oleic and stearic acids, which help moisturize the skin and maintain its elasticity. It can dry out the skin and soften rough areas.
• Anti-inflammatory
Shea butter contains anti-inflammatory compounds such as lupeol and carotenoids. Therefore, it can be effective in relieving skin irritation, itching, and inflammation such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
• UV Protection
The natural sunscreens in shea butter, such as cinnamic acid, may provide some protection against harmful UV rays. While it won't replace a full-fledged SPF, it can help naturally block some of the sun's rays.
• Treat scars and stretch marks
Shea butter has skin-regenerating properties and can help reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and pigmentation spots. Applied regularly to damaged skin areas, it can improve their appearance and elasticity.
• Moisturize dry hair and scalp
Using shea butter is also beneficial for your hair and scalp. It can help moisturize dry scalp and soothe irritation. Applied to hair, it can prevent frizz, add shine and protect against thermal damage caused by styling.
Shea butter cosmetics – where can you find them?
The unique properties of Shea butter are useful in face and body care cosmetics as well as in cosmetics intended for hair and nail care.
Stara Mydlarnia has been focusing on natural ingredients in its cosmetics for years, which is why shea butter appears in the compositions of many of our cosmetics. You will find this unique ingredient, among others, in: in:
• Bath and shower gel - with a rich, creamy formula with nourishing shea butter, almond milk from Spain, moisturizing provitamin B5 and antioxidant vitamin E. Perfectly cleanses the skin of the whole body and leaves it velvety soft and refreshed
• Soap for hands, body and face - created on the basis of mild cleansing substances of natural origin. Perfectly cleanses the skin of impurities, excess sebum and make-up.
Shea butter cosmetics – where can you find them?
The unique properties of Shea butter are useful in face and body care cosmetics as well as in cosmetics intended for hair and nail care.
Stara Mydlarnia has been focusing on natural ingredients in its cosmetics for years, which is why shea butter appears in the compositions of many of our cosmetics. You will find this unique ingredient, among others, in: in:
• Bath and shower gel - with a rich, creamy formula with nourishing shea butter, almond milk from Spain, moisturizing provitamin B5 and antioxidant vitamin E. Perfectly cleanses the skin of the whole body and leaves it velvety soft and refreshed
• Soap for hands, body and face - created on the basis of mild cleansing substances of natural origin. Perfectly cleanses the skin of impurities, excess sebum and make-up.
• Face cream - perfectly moisturizes the facial skin, makes it firm, soft and smooth. The high content of natural emollients rebuilds the lipid layer of the epidermis, protects and delays the aging process.
• Body butter - intensively nourishes, regenerates, increases skin elasticity and firmness. Together with lanolin, it effectively moisturizes the skin, protecting it from drying out.
• Hand cream - intensively regenerates, increases skin elasticity and firmness. Tapioca takes care of the skin's velvety finish. The whole is complemented by the addition of almond milk from Spain, which strengthens the skin's natural hydrolipid layer.
• Face cream - perfectly moisturizes the facial skin, makes it firm, soft and smooth. The high content of natural emollients rebuilds the lipid layer of the epidermis, protects and delays the aging process.
• Body butter - intensively nourishes, regenerates, increases skin elasticity and firmness. Together with lanolin, it effectively moisturizes the skin, protecting it from drying out.
• Hand cream - intensively regenerates, increases skin elasticity and firmness. Tapioca takes care of the skin's velvety finish. The whole is complemented by the addition of almond milk from Spain, which strengthens the skin's natural hydrolipid layer.
