Do you know ? 4, SHEA BUTTER...

              

Natural care for your body, hair and face.

What is Shea Butter?

Shea is a natural product that comes from Butyrospermum Parkii which is a savanna tree that grows in Central and West Africa, in countries such as Nigeria, Senegal and Burkina  etc..The fruit produced by this tree looks like nuts and that's where the naturally oily white almond is. When it is converted it gives a yellowish paste which is shea butter . Each year, an average tree produces 20 pounds.You can find both in paste form that directly incorporated into cosmetic products sold in shops, supermarkets and others. For it's uses continue after the cut...

                                                      USES

 It eases the skin and moisturizes it. It is thus a great moisturizer that softens your skin, Rich in vitamins A, D , E, F but also latex  (which prevents the conversion into soap ) , this treatment is primarily a natural treatment for multiple uses.

The cosmetic uses of Shea butter;

If you choose to use it as a cream , the appearance will necessarily be different than any cream or milk that you find in your traditional shops,but you will have to rubbed vigorously between the hands to be warmed up and turn it into oil before applying, and it will be useless to try to heat it with a hair dryer or by placing it on a radiator and even less microwave. 

The Shea butter for facial;

Excellent for facial, it is beneficial for the elasticity, hydration and protection of the skin,
It can also be used as a lip gloss especially during dry season,
It can also be applied to the nose to treat nose irritated by winter colds or allergies spring,For men, it can be used as aftershave to soothe irritated skin,
Warning; oiliness created by Shea should be cleaned with a damp towel.For body care 
Dry skin; Shea butter is particularly recommended for the driest skin, just apply after bathing...

Best for massaging : acts as moisturizer, Shea butter can be applied during massage to relax the muscles, apply mainly on the arms and thighs. The effect is immediate in case of pains.

After waxing : in parallel with its moisturizing, shea butter helps relieve the skin thanks to its soothing and relaxing properties

As an anti -stretch : finally , during and after pregnancy, you might gain or loose weight which can cause stretch marks,  use of Shea butter on the affected areas like thighs etc, you can also use it as a preventive action against stretch marks.

For hand care;

Many brands have chosen the properties of shea to create their nourishing cream. It heals chapped skin and hydrate your hands intensely.Shea butter for hair care;

Dry hair; It helps revitalize hair. Also ideal for curly hair which are naturally dry. 
For a moisturizing hair : Apply a dab of Shea butter the day before your shampoo. It is not necessary to put alot cause it might be difficult to rinse afterwards., apply at the roots, wrapped your hair in a warm towel, after 15-20 minutes, use your net to protect it from staining your pillow, leave it overnight so that your hair will absorb it, the next day do you shampoo to remove the remaining butter . It may be that you have to repeat this operation.
 
Where to buy unrefined Shea butter?

Internet is certainly easier , many online stores offer the raw Shea butter,
 
You can also find it in organic product specialized stores,

 In some drugstores ,
And in some open markets especially in Africa,

Shea can be used all year,  In winter, it helps to repair dry and dehydrated skin . In summer, the sun often spoils the hair, it can correct it and also alleviate any sunburn...