Nilotica Raw unrefined Shea Butter (INCI NAME : Butyrospermum Parkii Oil) is made from the nut of an African Shea Tree (East Africa). It rejuvenates, moisturises the skin and contains nutrients which relieve itchy skin and dry patches.
Some of its therapeutic benefits are: may help heal wounds quicker, protects the skin from sun and cold. It also contains valuable vitamin A, E and F which hydrates and soothes the skin.
This Shea Butter comes in two cream textures: Creamy and Creamy Light. The Creamy Shea Butter is thicker in texture and the Creamy Light is thinner. They both have a light yellow colour and natural scent which disappears about 5 minutes after application. No heat is applied to the product (it's cold pressed) and no chemicals added therefore 100% natural.
Where does shea butter come from?
TEKO NATURALS African shea butter originates from Northern Uganda and is processed in the traditional way, by majority being the women who harvest the nuts.
How is shea butter made?
The shea nuts are wild harvested by farmers in the local community, northern Uganda and majority are women. The nuts are then dried, washed and are processed in a mechanical screw press -called oil expeller, various parameters are controlled like cooking, moisture, oil residual in cake, crude oil is filtered and dried with steam, micron filtered Shea Butter. Shea Butter is further whipped in a Eipping machine for uniform texture. No heat is used to process (it is cold pressed), has no chemicals therefore 100% natural.
Usage:
- Wash hands first before application.
- Use to relieve itchy burns and dry patches on the skin - a pea sized amount is sufficient.
- Use to massage muscles: this reduces stiffness and enhances relaxation
- Has anti-inflammatory properties therefore can be used for nappy rashes.
- Use as lotion while gardening.
- Use as day and overnight cream to moisturise the skin.
- Apply to the roots of hair.
Nilotica raw unrefined Shea Butter is a luxurious Grade A Shea Butter, if you are looking for a product that will leave your skin feeling smooth all day and night, this is the right product for you. It can also be used for making own creams, lip balms, lotions and soaps.
Other information:
Melting point: 36 -38 degrees Celsius
Ingredients:
INCI NAME : Butyrospermum Parkii Butter