Shea Butter Glycerides gently cleanse and condition while helping products blend smoothly and stay stable. Derived from West African shea nuts, this natural ingredient softens skin and hair.
CAS #
194043-92-0
Form
Wax
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Prevents moisture loss
Quells irritation
Traditional Use
Synthetic derivative of shea butter created in the modern era to improve texture and absorption while preserving the traditional emollient benefits known to Karite nut gatherers in the Sahel region for generations.