African shea butter

African shea butter is a popular cosmetic material that is used mainly in beauty products. It is called the wonder of Africa. This substance is becoming more popular with each passing day because of its' amazing ability to heal and rejuvenate the skin.

This product is an off-white or creamy-colored fatty substance extracted from the nuts of karite nut trees( African shea trees) which grow wild in the savannah regions of West Africa. African shea butter is an unremovable fatty acid which derived mainly from stearic acid and oleic acid. This fatty acid is crucial for moisturizing the skin. This material is extracted and prepared without using any chemicals. It is well known for its' amazing dermatological and cosmetic healing properties.

Shea nuts which are found in the magnifolia tree are extracted from the fruit by boiling and crushing. Thereafter it is picked, grilled, cracked and pounded to extract the butter. After that it is boiled in water until the fresh shea butter rises to the surface. It is then left to cool. No chemicals are needed at any stage. Shea butter can also be extracted by using machine which cuts 3-5 hours off the extraction time. The end result of either method is raw shea butter.

Shea butter nourishes and moisturizes your skin with Vitamin A and Vitamin E. These Vitamins keep your skin healthy and clear. Vitamin F protects your skin from sun's UV rays and other skin problems. They also help preventing premature wrinkles and rashes. Shea butter aids in removal of the dark spots, stretch marks and other kinds of scar tissue. It has shown extra ordinary effects on rashes, acne, eczema, and pimples.

But remember one thing that only high quality shea butter can offer the benefits mentioned above. Once it becomes older or loses its' natural integrity, many of its benefits will be lost.

To summarize, African shea butter is all natural product which can improve your skin condition very quickly.