Isopropyl Shea Butterate
AKA “Shea Butter Ester”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Isopropyl shea butterate
AKA: Shea Butter Ester
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight moisturizer derived from shea butter that softens and conditions skin without feeling greasy. Sourced from West African shea nuts.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Nut
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern derivative of shea butter created through esterification in the late 20th century. Developed to provide the moisturizing benefits of traditional shea butter with improved stability and texture in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR