Shea Butter Oil

Herbology Shea Butter Oil is 100% pure, cold pressed Vitellaria paradoxa (Shea) nut oil, a liquid form of one of Africa's most treasured and extensively used botanical beauty ingredients. Extracted from the nuts of the Shea tree, which grows across the savannah belt of West and Central Africa, Shea has been used for thousands of years by African women as the ultimate skin and hair nourishing ingredient, earning it the name "women's gold" across the communities that have cultivated and traded it for generations. In its cold pressed oil form, Shea delivers its full spectrum of skin nourishing fatty acids and vitamins in a lightweight, easily absorbed format that is far more versatile than traditional solid Shea butter for daily skin and hair care use.

Shea Butter Oil's exceptional skin nourishing properties come from its remarkable fatty acid composition: oleic acid (45 to 50%), stearic acid (35 to 45%), linoleic acid (5 to 10%), and palmitic acid (3 to 7%), combined with a uniquely high unsaponifiable fraction (7 to 11%) that is significantly higher than most other plant oils. This unsaponifiable fraction contains the biologically active compounds that give Shea its distinctive skin benefits: triterpene alcohols (lupeol, butyrospermol, and parkiol) with documented anti inflammatory and skin healing properties; tocopherols (Vitamin E) for antioxidant protection; phytosterols (beta sitosterol and stigmasterol) that support skin barrier repair and reduce inflammation; and cinnamic acid esters with natural UV filtering properties. The triterpene alcohols are particularly noteworthy as they are responsible for Shea's documented ability to support skin cell regeneration, reduce inflammation, and accelerate wound healing. Its stearic acid content gives it exceptional skin softening and barrier sealing properties. On hair, its oleic acid content penetrates the hair shaft for deep conditioning while its stearic acid seals the cuticle for smoothness and shine. A genuinely premium, scientifically credible, and deeply nourishing botanical oil with centuries of proven use.

• Exceptionally High Unsaponifiable Fraction (7 to 11%) containing triterpene alcohols, phytosterols, and cinnamic acid esters that deliver Shea's unique skin healing and anti inflammatory benefits
• Triterpene Alcohol Anti Inflammatory Action lupeol, butyrospermol, and parkiol support skin cell regeneration, reduce inflammation, and accelerate wound healing
• Natural UV Filtering Properties cinnamic acid esters provide mild natural UV protection as part of a comprehensive skin care routine
• Deep Skin Moisturization and Barrier Repair oleic and stearic acid combination delivers lasting hydration and seals the skin barrier for soft, protected skin
• Phytosterol Skin Support beta sitosterol and stigmasterol reduce inflammation and support skin barrier repair for healthier, more resilient skin
• Conditions and Smooths Hair oleic acid penetrates hair shaft for deep conditioning; stearic acid seals cuticle for smoothness and shine
• 100% Pure and Cold Pressed no additives, fillers, or chemical processing; full unsaponifiable fraction preserved

Applications

• Daily body moisturizer and dry skin care
• Facial moisturizer and anti aging serum base
• Hair conditioning and deep treatment masks
• Scalp nourishment and repair
• Lip care and body butter formulations
• DIY premium skincare formulations

How to Use

• Body moisturizer: Apply to skin after bathing while still slightly damp for maximum absorption. Particularly nourishing for dry, rough skin areas such as elbows, knees, heels, and hands.
• Face: Apply 2 to 3 drops to clean skin and massage gently until absorbed. Suitable for normal to dry skin types. Particularly effective as a night moisturizer for deep overnight nourishment.
• Hair and scalp: Apply to scalp and hair, massage gently, leave for 20 to 30 minutes before washing out. Can also be used as a lightweight finishing oil on hair ends for smoothness and shine.
• DIY formulations: Use as a primary carrier oil base for body butters, facial oils, hair treatments, and lip care products. Its high unsaponifiable fraction makes it a premium active ingredient in anti aging and skin repair formulations.
• Tip: Shea Butter Oil pairs beautifully with rosehip, argan, and moringa oils for a comprehensive anti aging and skin nourishing facial oil blend. Its natural cinnamic acid esters also make it a valuable addition to daytime moisturizers where mild natural UV support is desired.