: a pale solid fat from the seeds of the shea tree used in food, soap, and candles
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The rich lotion is made with hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and glycerin to intensely moisturize dry, dull skin.
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Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Despite the lightweight feel, the formula is rich with a blend of botanic oils, amino acids, and shea butter to help nourish strands and protect against breakage.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
This mini set covers the basics with a hand cream packed with almond oil and shea butter, plus a moisture lip balm to keep your skin from feeling tight halfway through your layover.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2026
It’s formulated with shea butter, cacay oil, and almond oil to promote length, enhance moisture retention, and prevent breakage at the ends.
—Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026
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Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
Despite the lightweight feel, the formula is rich with a blend of botanic oils, amino acids, and shea butter to help nourish strands and protect against breakage.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026
This mini set covers the basics with a hand cream packed with almond oil and shea butter, plus a moisture lip balm to keep your skin from feeling tight halfway through your layover.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2026
It’s formulated with shea butter, cacay oil, and almond oil to promote length, enhance moisture retention, and prevent breakage at the ends.
—Eden Stuart, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2026
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“Shea butter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shea%20butter. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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