Shea butter has been used by African healers for centuries, as they considered its healing properties magical. It contains highly beneficial fats that promote circulation and cell regeneration, making it invaluable as an anti-aging product.
This light yellow colored fat is unlike the regular butter we use at home. It is absorbed by the skin and does not leave a greasy feel or look.
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It is known widely for its moisturizing and emollient properties. Shea butter is known for its high content of vitamins that nourish our skin; such as Vitamins A and E that are needed to nourish the skin as well as heal it, vitamin F that moisturizes, repairs and rejuvenates rough and dry skin.
Shea butter is known to heal scars, burn marks, acne, rashes, eczema, blemishes, pigmentation, wrinkles, stretch-marks and even psoriasis. That is not all; it can also be used as a sunblock, as it has the ability to protect against the UV rays. Sun damage is considered to be one of the worst causes for aging, as it causes wrinkles and lines on the face. Its anti-inflammatory properties have also been found to be helpful for people suffering from arthritis or rheumatism. Need a nasal decongestant? Look no further!
You will find many skin-care and other products containing shea butter; from lip balms and soaps, from hair conditioners to chocolates and other foods. Did I forget to mention that it's edible? This shows how safe it is.
There are special shea butter massages that are said to be very therapeutic and soften the skin. It helps stimulate collagen production, thus reducing all signs of aging, such as wrinkles and lines.
There are several uses of shea butter. If you go to the market looking for it, you will find both the unrefined organic butter as well as the chemically refined butter. The refined version is bleached and heated, and contains cheap fillers and additives. It lacks remedial properties found in the unrefined shea butter.
With so many unscrupulous elements out there willing to sell anything without giving any consideration to the users, it makes sense to purchase this from a reputed dealer, but buy it you must - it can change the way you look and feel.
Shea Butter - What's So Special About It?
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