Pure, unrefined shea butter is known for its soothing, moisturizing properties as well as its ability to sink into skin effortlessly. It leaves no greasy residue, just the clean sheen of healthier skin.

That’s why we love it so much as an ingredient in our soap.

It is an all-natural creamy, fatty substance loaded with phytosterols (natural plant fats) made from the nuts of karite nut trees which grow in the wild Savannahs of West and East Africa.

We add shea in a special way…

We handle this gold butter (it’s literally a creamy, golden color) with care and sometimes add it slightly later in the soap-making process (called super-fatting). Organic raw shea butter is the predominant ingredient for our Stressed Skin Remedy and Skin Spa soaps. It gives each bar a rich, creamy lather that quiets the senses. Our soaps with shea butter smooth and condition skin, helping calm and comfort while gently cleansing.

Science shows skin needs essential fatty acids on the outside, too

We love shea butter because research shows that topical applications of oils high in essential fatty acids, such as shea butter, are well-absorbed into the top layers of the skin. These oils help retain moisture in the skin (this is called a moisture barrier). Magical shea butter eases, protects and reduces the discomfort of rough or irritated skin like a balm. It  promotes scar and wound healing,  smoothes out fine lines and wrinkles, and contributes to skin’s overall elasticity and suppleness.

Shea butter melts right in once it hits your skin and feels so good. You’ll want it in your soap whether or not you have dry skin…