Shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa) - what it is
Shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa), also known as karité butter, is a natural vegetable fat extracted from the nuts of the butter tree, which grows mainly in West Africa. It is valued for its moisturizing, nourishing and regenerating properties, making it widely used in cosmetics and dermatology. Shea butter contains a wealth of active ingredients, such as unsaturated fatty acids (oleic, stearic, linoleic), vitamins A and E and phytosterols, which help protect the skin from external factors such as wind, frost and UV radiation.
Shea butter is known for its unique ability to intensely moisturize and regenerate the skin. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, it is often used in the care of dry, sensitive and irritation-prone skin. It helps heal minor wounds, reduce inflammation and improve skin elasticity. In addition, it has a protective effect, strengthening the lipid barrier of the epidermis, which makes it a key ingredient in many creams, lotions and body butters designed for intensive skin and hair regeneration.
Shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa) - properties.
Shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa) is valued for its strong moisturizing and nourishing properties, making it one of the most widely used ingredients in skin and hair care products. Thanks to its high content of unsaturated fatty acids, such as oleic and linoleic acids, it perfectly regenerates the skin, promotes its reconstruction and prevents excessive moisture loss. It acts as a natural protective barrier, strengthening the lipid layer of the epidermis and protecting the skin from external factors such as frost, wind and UV radiation. Regular use of Shea butter makes the skin more elastic, smooth and resistant to dryness.
Thanks to the presence of vitamins A and E, Shea butter shows strong antioxidant properties, neutralizing free radicals and slowing down the skin's aging process. It boosts collagen production, which improves skin firmness and elasticity, reducing fine lines and signs of fatigue. Its anti-inflammatory properties help soothe irritation, redness and symptoms of skin diseases such as eczema and atopic dermatitis. As a result, it is often used in creams and lotions for people with sensitive, problematic skin, as well as in skin care products for children.
Shea butter also has a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair and scalp. Thanks to its moisturizing and regenerating properties, it strengthens hair, makes it soft and prevents breakage. It also helps in the fight against dry and irritated scalp, relieving itching and preventing dandruff. In hair care products, Shea butter is often found in shampoos, conditioners and masks designed for dry, damaged hair and after chemical treatments. Its regular use makes hair more resistant to damage, shiny and healthy-looking.
Shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa) - action
Shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa) has a multi-directional effect, intensively moisturizing and nourishing the skin. Thanks to its high content of fatty acids, such as oleic, stearic and linoleic acids, it penetrates deep into the epidermis, strengthening its natural protective barrier and preventing moisture loss. Its moisturizing effect makes the skin softer, smoother and more elastic, and regular use helps prevent dryness and roughness of the skin. Shea butter is especially recommended for skin exposed to external factors such as frost, wind and UV radiation, as it effectively protects the skin from drying and irritation.
Thanks to the presence of vitamins A and E, Shea butter also shows strong regenerative and anti-aging effects. It supports cellular reconstruction processes, improves skin elasticity and stimulates collagen production, which effectively reduces fine lines and signs of fatigue. Its antioxidant properties help neutralize free radicals that contribute to premature skin aging. In addition, it has a soothing effect on irritation and inflammation, so it is often used in the care of sensitive skin, atopic skin and skin prone to eczema or psoriasis.
Shea butter also has beneficial effects on the hair and scalp. It acts as a natural emollient that strengthens the hair structure, prevents breakage and gives it a healthy shine. It also soothes and moisturizes the scalp, reducing the sensation of itching and preventing dandruff. Thanks to its protective properties, it protects hair from the damaging effects of heat, UV radiation and chemical agents such as coloring and heat styling. Regular use of Shea butter in hair care makes hair more resistant to damage, soft and bouncy.
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Shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa) - in Encann hemp creams
Shea butter (Vitellaria paradoxa) is a key ingredient in Encann's hemp creams, such as REST relaxing cream with CBD. Its presence in these products is due to its exceptional moisturizing, nourishing and soothing properties, which work perfectly with other active ingredients, such as hemp oil or CBD. In REST relaxing cream with CBD, Shea butter nourishes and protects the skin, soothes and relieves irritation.
The inclusion of Shea butter in the formula of Encann hemp creams provides intense hydration and regeneration to the skin. This makes the products ideal for those with dry, flaky skin and dermatological problems, providing relief and improving skin elasticity. Shea butter also helps rebuild the skin's lipid barrier, protecting it from harmful external factors and promoting natural regeneration processes.
Thanks to the synergy of Shea butter with other natural extracts and oils, Encann hemp creams offer comprehensive skin care, combining moisturizing, soothing and regenerating properties. Regular use of these products helps keep the skin in excellent condition, ensuring a healthy and radiant appearance.
Source: PubMed (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/); Google Scholar (https://scholar.google.com/); National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI); ResearchGate (https://www.researchgate.net/)
The claims made refer to studies on the adaptogens Hericium Erinaceus, Ganoderma Lucidum, Cordyceps Militaris, Ashwagandha and Coriolus Versicolor not on Encann® brand products. These are not claims regarding the medicinal properties of the product offered. In accordance with the wording of EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT REGULATION 1924/2006, verifiable scientific evidence regarding studies on the use of the fungus Sophora Hedgehog- one of the ingredients of the offered product- is presented on this page.
