Shea butter is actually the sap that comes from the African
Shea Tree and contains so many excellent qualities for your skin. It contains
Vitamins A & E. Vitamin A is beneficial for immune function, reproduction, vision,
communication among blood cells, and other similar body functions. Vitamin E is
a recognized antioxidant, meaning it helps fight free radicals. (Free radicals
are molecules that have an unshared electron, meaning it is unstable, and are
often created by environmental effects such as excess sun exposure, pollution,
cigarette smoke – even secondhand – amongst other things.)
On top of that, shea butter contains your essential fatty
acids including linolenic acid and alpha-linolenic acid. The University of Maryland Medical Center
reports, “Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and may
help lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and
arthritis.” Your essential fatty acids are acids that your body needs, but that
your body doesn’t produce. This means it is essential to get these through your
diet and your skin care choices.
Do you know of any other excellent purposes of shea butter?
Or maybe great uses for it?
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