Shea butter is obtained from the seed shea nut tree, which grows in parts of Africa. Shea butter is essential fatty acids, has excellent ability to penetrate the skin and hair structure that provides maximum nutrition and hydration.
Shea butter is a thick oil with a light cream color, consisting of triglycerides (80%) and non-saponifiable fats (17%):
• myristic acid
• palmitic acid
• ctearinovaya acid
• oleinovaya acid
• Linoleic Acid (8.3%)
• linolenic acid
• arachidic acid
• 45-48% fat
• 10% protein
• 25-30% carbohydrates
Shea butter contains natural rubber latex composition. On oil may be allergic people are sensitive to the latex.
Allergic reaction:
- Itching, redness and swelling of the skin;
- Tearing, burning and itching in the eyes, conjunctivitis.