SHEA BETTER

One Ingredient, Hundreds of Uses!

What is Shea Butter?

Shea butter is derived from the fat of Shea tree nuts, native to West Africa, where it has been used for centuries by indigenous communities.

Rich in vitamins E and D, they contain essential fatty acids like stearic and oleic acids, which give Shea butter its exceptional moisturising and healing properties.

Traditionally used as a “cure-all” balm by women in Africa to soothe eczema, reduce stretch marks and scars, and care for babies' delicate skin. Shea butter is natural alternative to petroleum jelly.

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The Butter Benefits

Shea butter is excellent for alleviating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis due to its anti-inflammatory and moisturising properties. It also helps soothe and heal dry, irritated skin, providing relief from various skin ailments.

Deeply Moisturising

Excellent moisturiser due to its high content of fatty acids, which help to hydrate and lock in moisture, keeping your skin soft and supple.

Anti-Inflammatory Properties

The presence of compounds like cinnamic acid helps to reduce inflammation, making it beneficial for soothing irritated or inflamed skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.

Youthful Skin Appearance:

Rich in antioxidants, including vitamins A and E, Shea butter can help to combat free radicals, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and promoting a youthful complexion.

Safe for All Ages

Shea butter is gentle and nourishing, making it a safe choice for everyone, including children. Its single vegan ingredient ensures it's a pure and ethical option for any skincare routine.

Healing Properties

Its natural healing properties support the repair of damaged skin, making it useful for treating minor burns, cuts, and dry patches.

Skin Barrier Protection

Shea butter forms a protective barrier on the skin, which helps to shield it from environmental stressors, such as harsh weather and pollutants.

Ivory vs Gold...

We offer two types of Shea butter: Ivory and Gold.
Both our Shea butters are raw and unrefined.

The difference in colour,scent and texture is attributed to the region where the Shea butter was extracted and can also vary based on the season and production methods. The same amazing skin health properties remain.

Ivory Shea Butter

Our Ivory Shea is from Ghana and can be crumbly in texture. It has a nutty vanilla scent. A truly multipurpose balm that will quickly become an integral part of your daily routine. This balm can be used for all skin types and is perfect for kids.

Gold Shea Butter

Our Gold Shea butter is from Nigeria and has a more smoky, earthy smell remnant from the roasting process of the Shea fruit and waxy in texture. The consistency tends to be slightly richer than the ivory shea. Gold has had great reviews from customers for helping with eczema and psoriasis.

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RAW SHEA BUTTER: GOLD (120ml)

Repairs moisture barrier & soothes and nourishes dry irritated skin

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RAW SHEA BUTTER: IVORY (120ml)

Rich in Vitamins and fatty acids that helps repair dry and irritated skin

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What our customers are saying...

Alice FaisonGold Shea butter

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Phenomenal product
I love this product. It do not take much to apply. Skin feel nice and smooth.

Karen Statner Gold Shea butter

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Amazing product!
I love this Shea butter so much! I use it everywhere from my face to toes. It is so much more effective than any other products I’ve tried at keeping my skin soft and hydrated. I love that it’s a natural product, so it feels nourishing to put on my skin. I’m never going back!

Chimene EhdaieIvory Shea butter

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Wonderfully versatile
I’m on my second pot and wish I had taken a before and after photo of the bruise on my leg that faded much faster after applying the Shea butter. I love the natural smell, it’s like a nutty vanilla fragrance and it makes my skin soft and luminous. I only wish it came in a larger size.

Robyn-LeeIvory Shea butter

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The best out there!
I’m loving this butter especially as my pregnant belly is growing and needs all the nourishment and moisture.

Rhona Allin Ivory Shea butter

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Perfect
As an eczema sufferer I needed a completely natural in scented product and this Shea butter is just the job. Goes on easily but a little goes a long way. Love it!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What's the difference between your Gold and Ivory Shea?

At LIHA we offer two types of vegan Shea butter: ivory and gold.

The difference in colour is merely attributed to the region in which the shea butter was extracted and can also be based on the season and production methods. The same amazing skin health properties remain, regardless of the colour, however, depending on your personal usage of the butters you may prefer one over the other. Both are rich in Vitamins A and E and work wonders for multipurpose moisture.

Ivory shea butter is from Ghana and can be crumbly in texture. It has a nutty vanilla scent... it's perfect butter for keeping small areas such as the lips, hands and feet moisturised on the go.

Gold Shea butter is from Nigeria and has a more smoky, earthy smell remnant from the roasting process of the Shea fruit and waxy in texture. It can be seamlessly smoothed into larger areas of the body as well as being the quintessential weapon against dry, flaky and itchy scalps.

I have a nut allergy-can I use raw Shea butter?

We recommend not to use Shea butter if you have a nut allergy as Shea Butter is made from Shea nuts.

Does raw Shea butter work well for eczema?

Raw Shea butter is super Rich in Vitamins A, E and F Shea butter is an all natural treatment for eczema that can help to reduce flare ups, minimise scarring and give relief from itchy, skin.

Are your products suitable for during pregnancy and/or nursing?

As most women prefer to use unscented products during this time, our Shea butter is a customer favourite to keep stretch marks at bay during pregnancy and as a nipple balm during nursing. It even works wonders as a nappy balm!

Can I use raw Shea butter on my face?

Shea butter is great for hydrating most of your skin and is low on the comedogenic scale. However, raw Shea butter is very thick and rich, and can make some people break out but everyone is different and we have customers who use it on their face with no issues. We, therefore, advice you to patch test for yourself to see if it suits your skin.

Personally, I use it on dry patches of my face especially in winter or as a 10 minute face mask.So, if you need a hit of hydration on your face, leave the Shea butter on for about 10mins and then use a warm flannel or micellar water to gently wipe away.

I have Psoriasis - can I use Shea Butter?

Shea butter can be beneficial for individuals with psoriasis. Its rich, emollient properties help to deeply moisturise and soothe dry, inflamed skin. The anti-inflammatory compounds in shea butter can reduce redness and irritation associated with psoriasis flare-ups. Additionally, Shea butter's ability to promote skin healing and barrier repair can support overall skin health and improve the appearance and comfort of psoriasis-affected areas.

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Our Shea Butters are 100% unrefined, raw shea butter, sourced with care from cooperatives in Ghana and women in Nigeria. This pure, natural ingredient is extracted through traditional methods, ensuring that its rich nutrients are retained and provide your skin with deep, nourishing benefits.

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One Ingredient, Hundreds of Uses!

What is Shea Butter?