Shades of the Nubian West African Shea Butter | Fair Trade + Organic | Therapeutic Skin and Hair Care | Natural Healing and Protecting | 4 oz. (Pack of 1)

Shea Butter has been used for centuries for its unsurpassed ability to maintain and protect the skin. Our West African Shea Butter is Certified Organic and comes from varying regions and countries such as Ghana, Mali, Burkina Fashion and Togo. Traditionally, Shea Butter has been such an important and valuable source for many skin and hair care products. West African Shea, or Karite, comes from the nut of the Shea Butter tree, which grows in West Africa. In West Africa, the species of Shea Butter is Butyrospermum Parkii and is locally known as Karité or Beurre de karité. It typically comes from countries such as Ghana, Burkina Faso, Mali, Benin, Nigeria, Togo, Guinea-Conakry and the Ivory Coast. This Shea appears either as white or yellow but may also be gray or even green. Differences in color result from various factors, including the processing technique used, the season and the region. Its texture ranges from a soft, creamy paste to a firmer texture. Exceptional in healing and protecting. Rich in UV Protectants and Unsaponifiables as well as Physterol, which promotes cellular growth. Great for all skin and hair types!