Raw Shea Butter

"Beurre de Karité Brut" is French for raw shea butter. Shea butter is obtained from the nuts of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa) and is widespread in many African countries, especially West Africa. Raw shea butter is produced by crushing and roasting the shea nuts, followed by a pressing process to extract the fat.

The main components of raw shea butter are:

1. Fats: Shea butter consists mainly of fatty acids such as oleic acid, stearic acid, linoleic acid and palmitic acid. These fats make shea butter an excellent moisturizer for skin and hair.

2. Vitamins and antioxidants: Shea butter contains various vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin F, as well as antioxidants, which can help to protect and nourish the skin.

3. Phytosterols and other bioactive compounds: These components in shea butter can have anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Shea butter is often used in skincare, particularly in moisturizers, lotions, creams, and hair care products, due to its moisturizing and nourishing properties. Raw shea butter is preferred because it hasn't been refined or processed and therefore retains more of its natural properties. It's important to choose high-quality products and check the origin and ingredients when using raw shea butter.