shea butter

noun

ˈshē- How to pronounce shea butter (audio)
ˈshā-
: a pale solid fat from the seeds of the shea tree used in food, soap, and candles

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The increases follow tariffs that were also a significant expense, because the company imports coconut oil, shea butter, cocoa butter and other ingredients. Arkansas Online, 11 Apr. 2026 Free of dyes, heavy perfumes, parabens, and phthalates, the gentle formula relies on a shea butter blend for its moisturizing power. Claudia Fisher, Parents, 10 Apr. 2026 The Magic Cream is packed with powerhouse ingredients like hyaluronic acid and shea butter to deeply hydrate, and vitamins C and E to brighten and protect your skin. Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026 Lastly, Dupré takes the Dew More Barrier-Boosting Moisturizer made with shea butter. Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shea butter

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shea butter was in 1847

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“Shea butter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shea%20butter. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

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