Shea Butter In Skincare
If you have dry skin, you might already know that shea butter is one of the best moisturizing agents in any skincare formulation. But that’s just one of the many reasons why shea butter is so commonly used in skin and hair products. In this article, we’ll discuss what shea butter is, how it works, and its benefits for the skin.
What Is Shea Butter?
Shea butter is a plant lipid derived from African shea tree nuts. It’s rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants; making it a powerhouse ingredient in skincare and hair care. Shea butter contains five essential fatty acids, phytosterols, vitamins E and D, allantoin, and vitamin A.
The Benefits Of Shea Butter For Skin
Helps fade scars
Shea butter does a great job of helping fade scars from both acne and non-acne-related causes. It also helps heal sunburned, cracked, and peeling skin while soothing skin allergies like poison ivy and insect bites. Shea butter can also benefit those with skin conditions like contact dermatitis and psoriasis. It has even been reported that shea butter can help relieve symptoms of rheumatism!
Moisturizing
Shea butter is great for moisturizing and calming skin, as well as protecting the skin from extreme temperatures. Shea butter is often referred to as a “solid oil” which explains why it does an incredible job at locking in hydration and moisture to the skin. Most beneficial for dry skin, it can create softer, plumper skin and is especially helpful during cold, winter months. Shea butter is also found in many lip balms to treat chapped lips, as well as body lotions to help prevent stretch marks.
Side Effects Of Shea Butter
Although those with acne-prone skin may be wary of shea butter for fear of clogged pores, shea butter is actually non-comedogenic. It also is generally very safe and should only be avoided if you have an allergy to tree nuts.
Takeaway
Whether you have dry skin or just want some extra moisture, shea butter is a great addition to any skincare routine. Packed with amazing ingredients like fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins; it does an incredible job of fading scars and hydrating the skin. There are currently no ingredients known to interfere with shea butter, so feel free to use it with any of your regular skincare products. If you’re unsure how to incorporate shea butter into your skincare routine, create a health profile. One of our licensed Dermava estheticians will be happy to assist you!
