How to use shea butter?

Shea butter is suitable for all skin types, although it is primarily recommended for dry and mature skin.

• When applied to the skin.

  Thanks to its action moisturising and emollient, shea butter can be used to hydrate and nourish the skin deeply. It also contributes to the formation of the hydrolipidic film to prevent skin dehydration. It also helps to nourish and protect the lips on a daily basis. Antioxidant and photoprotective, shea butter is beneficial for mature skin to combat skin ageing. Indeed, prolonged exposure to the sun's rays promotes oxidation reactions, leading to premature ageing of cells. This phenomenon is due to the decrease in collagen production in the body under the effect of free radicals. Shea butter counteracts this effect thanks to vitamin A, E and terpenic alcohols stimulating collagen production and absorbing some of the UVB rays. Moreover, its properties anti-inflammatory help to calm inflammations caused by skin diseases.

• In hair care.

  When applied to hair, shea butter helps to treat dry and brittle hair by deeply nourishing it. Rich in essential fatty acids (stearic acid, palmitic acid and oleic acid), it strengthens the hair's resilience. These molecules have a structure similar to the lipids that make up the hair cuticle. They are thus able to integrate themselves where they act as an intercellular cement. It also helps to combat dandruff and oily hair by regulating sebum production. Acting as a softener, it is the ally of curly, coiled and kinky hair.

Shea butter is present in many skin and hair care products. It can be found in hair masks and shampoos, as well as in lotions, creams, lip balms, and so on.

• To ensure full absorption of the active ingredients, apply a small amount of shea butter to the area to be treated, then lightly massage. In some instances, a 10-minute pause may be required, otherwise, allow the treatment to work overnight.

  Shea butter can also be used pure on the lips. It forms a protective film on your lips to nourish and protect them.

  You can also incorporate into your routine the Nourishing face cream
  Hyaluronic Acid 1% + Shea Butter. It hydrates, nourishes the skin and restores the hydrolipidic film to limit skin dehydration. Apply a dab of cream morning and evening on the face previously cleaned and dried, after your usual serum. Massage gently making circular movements until the moisturising cream has fully penetrated the skin. It is particularly suitable for dry, normal and combination skin types.

  Our Organic Prickly Pear Oil Firming Night Mask is also enriched with shea butter. It nourishes and regenerates weakened skin. This mask can be applied in a semi-thick layer for 15 minutes or in a thin layer for enhanced action throughout the night.

• To care for one's hair, it is recommended to use shea butter in the form of a mask. Mix a small amount of pure shea butter with a virgin oil, according to your need. Apply the mixture to the entire wet hair, focusing on the ends. Leave it on and then rinse.

  You can also apply a dollop of shea butter directly to your dry hair to protect it from UV rays. For fine hair, shea butter should be applied in small amounts, and in moderate amounts for thick hair.