: a pale solid fat from the seeds of the shea tree used in food, soap, and candles
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While many bar soaps can feel drying, this shea butter bar will leave their skin feeling soft and hydrated.
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L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
This powerhouse Korean skin care product features a blend of hyaluronic acid, shea butter and collagen to plump and soften the skin.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
Some natural oils, such as shea butter and coconut oil, can become slightly gritty in texture when cooled.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2025
Designed with type 3 and 4 curls in mind, the formula not only clears away residue but also nourishes, thanks to moisture-rich ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
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L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
This powerhouse Korean skin care product features a blend of hyaluronic acid, shea butter and collagen to plump and soften the skin.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
Some natural oils, such as shea butter and coconut oil, can become slightly gritty in texture when cooled.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2025
Designed with type 3 and 4 curls in mind, the formula not only clears away residue but also nourishes, thanks to moisture-rich ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
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“Shea butter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shea%20butter. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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