(NC)-Well known for its soothing, moisturizing and protecting effects, shea butter is a naturally occurring ingredient derived from the pit of the fruit of the Karite tree of Africa.
The native peoples of Africa have used shea butter for centuries for skin and hair care, medicinal purposes, protection against the effects of the sun and to soothe many skin conditions.
While it has many uses, shea butter is an ideal ingredient in a moisturizer because it is an essential fatty acid, which has been shown to be important in the skin's natural barrier structure and function, protecting it from moisture loss.
Shea butter is also an emollient, so it helps smooth roughened skin, replace natural skin lipids that have been stripped away by excessive washing or moisture loss and creates a protective layer on the skin to prevent further water loss - an important feature for people who suffer from chronic dry skin associated with skin conditions such as eczema, or due to occupational causes.
Easily absorbed without leaving a greasy feeling, shea butter also contains the anti-oxidant Vitamin E, which plays an important role in protecting the skin against environmental damage that can cause dryness and the appearance of wrinkles.
More information about moisturizers is available at www.cetaphil.ca.
Try these great She Butter products:
Extreme Moisturizing Shea Lotion (Bamboo Sugar Cane) A light moisturizing lotion with shea butter from Africa. It is a non-greasy product that glides on leaving no residue while softening your hardworking hands and body. Size: Large-16ozMediumSmall
PASSION BODY LOTION - 8 oz.Aromatherapy PASSION from NATRINIA & ESUTRAS Evokes images of sensuality and is composed of all-organic, completely non-synthetic herbals from around the world. Light, non staining, non greasy formula, contains Essential oils and Floral waters of Clarysage, Clovebud, Ginger,Geranium, Vanilla and pure vegetable oils of Almond, Apricot Kernel,Sunflower seed, Safflower combined skilfully with Shea butter in a base of Aloe vera and vegetable glycerine, pure oxygen water, green tea, emulsifying wax. Order now
NATRINIA LOTION - SANCTUARY SANCTUARY from NATRINIA Designed to balance the mind, body, and spirit, as a yin yang blend of powerful all-organic, synthetic-free botanicals woo you into a state of pure relaxation in your own tropical paradise far, far away. Light, non staining, non greasy formula that contains Essential oils and Floral waters of Geranium, Lemongrass, Gingergrass, pure vegetable oils of Almond, Apricot Kernel,Sunflower seed, Safflower combined skilfully with Shea butter in a base of Aloe vera and vegetable glycerine. Order Now Also try: NATRINIA LOTION - INVIGORATE - 8 oz. NATRINIA LOTION - REFRESH - 8 oz. NATRINIA LOTION - SOOTHE - 8 oz.
ROSE & GINGKO MOISTURIZING LOTION - 8 oz. Aromatherapy For Face and body. An EXOTIC Moisturizer that is silky soft and penetrates the deepest layers of your skin to improve your looks dramatically, immediately while enveloping you in the bewitching scent of pure roses. No more dull lifeless looking complexion, no more greasy skin and works on both your face and body. This product contains real extracts of Roses, Green Tea, Carrots and Gingko biloba - some of the most prominent products in building skin cells and rejuvenation. Contains Oils of Sweet almond, Apricot kernel, Evening Primrose, Borage, Safflower oil, Sesame oil, Shea butter, Cocoa butter, Aloevera butter, Veg. Emulsifyng Bees Wax, Extracts of Rose, Chamomile, Carrot, Green tea, Gingko biloba. Essential oils and hydrosols of Rose, Lavender, Rosemary and Melissa Officinalis. Order Nowsmall
Also try: EVENTONE FACE MASK - 50g $21.99 Lighten skin discolorations, remove small blemish spots and achieve even toned skin lighter younger looking skin. Containing the very best of what Ayurveda, Aromatherapy, Chinese medicine and modern science offers, a natural product actually whitens and evens out skin tone better than any chemcial. Nourishes, cleans and renews your face. Contains: China clay, Fullers earth, Indian volcanic clay, cucumber extract, licorice extract, mulberry extract, white willow bark powder, shatavari, lentil flour, turmeric, aloe vera, vegetable glycerin, aloe butter, shea butter, lemon, keffir lime, green tea and carrot powder.
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