What is the origin of Shea Butter?
Shea butter comes from the African Mangifolia tree found along the West African Savannah region. It is a wild growing tree that produces tiny,almond-like fruit from which shea butter is extracted. The tree itself is not cultivated and takes 40—50 years to mature. In most parts of West Africa, destruction of the shea tree is forbidden due to its economic, health and social benefits. Shea butter is a valuable source of food in Africa. Indeed, many herbalists in Africa regard shea butter as an invaluable agent for internal and external body purification. Shea butter has a terrific consistency. It penetrates the skin quickly, leaving the skin feeling moisturized and smooth, but with no oily residue. Shea butter is good for the skin because it is rich in vitamins including A, E, and essential fatty acids. Shea butter is also an ingredient of Black Soap.
