shea butter

noun

ˈshē- 

ˈshā-

: a pale solid fat from the seeds of the shea tree used in food, soap, and candles

Examples of shea butter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Speaking of retinol, this Cocokind body cream pairs a gentle dose of the active with ceramides, squalane, and shea butter to keep dry skin comfortable while helping smooth texture, firm sagging skin, and improve tone. — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 1 Oct. 2026

The Rebound Cream is a daily leave-in solution designed to fight frizz, restore shine and add definition, with ingredients such as shea butter, coconut oil and rosemary extract. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

Rather than relying on harsher skincare actives like vitamin C, salicylic acid, or retinol, the Essentials collection focuses on gentle, moisturizing ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, shea butter, and cocoa butter. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 28 Sep. 2026

Its nourishing formula includes vitamin C, an antioxidant-rich berry complex, coconut oil, shea butter, and murumuru butter. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for shea butter

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