Shea Butter, Unrefined - Organic

Rated 4.9 out of 5
Based on 84 reviews
Regular price $14.40 Incl. GST
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Description

Shea butter is obtained from the seeds of the Karite tree (Butyrospermum parkii) common in several African countries. This soft, pliant 'butter' is expeller pressed from the seeds without the use of chemical solvents and can be used for soaps, cosmetics and toiletries. 
This product has been sustainably produced from only certified organic plantations and has not been further processed in order to keep it's natural off-white colour and pleasant mild aroma.

Suggested Uses:
Lotions & Creams: 3-5% | Balms: 5-100% | Bar Soaps: 3-6% | Hair Conditioners: 2-5%

This product is intended for external use only

Specifications

Common name Shea Butter
INCI Butyspermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
CAS 91080-23-8
Manufacturing method Manual, traditional
Appearance Soft, semi-solid butter
Odour Mild, smokey odour
Typical Fatty Acid Profile
Oleic 40-50%
Stearic 36-50%
Linoleic 4-8%
Palmitic 3-8%
Arachidic 0-2%
Lauric / Myristic/ Linoleic / Eicoenoic / Behenic/ Lignoceric <1%
Melting point 34 -44 C
Plant parts used Seeds
Country of Origin Ghana
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average rating 4.9 out of 5
Based on 84 reviews
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84 Reviews
Reviewed by JULIE C.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Purchased to make Christmas gifts and myself

Made homemade coconut oil & Shea body butter, which soaks in beautifully and smells yummy. I'm 55 and find my skin is becoming really dry, but this really hydrates it and doesn't leave it greasy and all.

Love all my products from Pure Nature 🥰

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Reviewed by Elisa T.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Smells great

Bought to make balm for my son. Provided in easily manageable pieces

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Reviewed by Gerald N.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Perfect for Shea Butter Face Cream

Nice and easy-to-use shea butter for DIY face cream that is doing wonders.

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