Benefical Properties
Exuberant, Exotic, & Emollient Butters
Some of the traditionally known benefits
of Shea Butter are as follows:
Moisturizing
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Natural vitamins and fatty acids makes it incredibly nourishing and moisturizing for skin.
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Same moisturizers as produced in the skin's sebaceous glands (glands produce moisturizers for the skin).
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Contains VItamin E, which increases the micro-circulation to the skin, resulting in increased blood supply to and from the skin. It also is an anti-free radical agent aiding the prevention of the dtttkeleterious effects of sun and environmental exposure.
Reduces Inflammation
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According to a study in 2010 the cinnamic acid and other natural properties make shea butter an anti-inflammatory agent.
Skin Smoothing
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Contains oleic, stearic, palmitic and linolenic acids that protect and nourish the skin to prevent drying. Skin softening, skin strengthening, and wrinkle reduction have been reported my many as beneficial properties of shea butter.
Excellent Healing Accelerant Properties:
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Dry skin
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Skin rash
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Skin peeling (i.e, after tanning)
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Blemishes & wrinkles (Vitamin A)
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Itching skin Sunburn
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Shaving cream
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Small skin wounds, skin cracks, tough or rough skin (i.e. feet/elbows)
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Weather protectant
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Frostbites
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Stretchmark prevention (i.e., during pregnancy)
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Insect bites, Healthy skin
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Muscle fatigue, aches, & tension
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Muscle massage (i.e., before & after exercise)
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Skin conditions such as poison ivy or poison oak, Eczema, & Dermatitis (Vitamin A)
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Skin Damage from heat (i.e,, burn, medical related radiation, etc.)