Shea butter is a non-toxic and non-irritating material derived from totally renewable natural resources. It is easy to use within cosmetic formulations. Because of its unique fatty acid composition shea butter is a soft fat, which readily melts at body temperature, making it a very attractive emollient for many skin care applications, such as baby care products, skin care products, massage creams, make-up. Shea butter is an excellent ointment base that releases medicaments faster than other well-known bases. Shea butter is absorbed quickly by the skin, act as a re-fatting agent and has good water-binding properties.

As its consistency at room temperature is somewhere between a liquid and a solid, it can be used in emulsions as a binding component between solid and liquid components. It is possible to incorporate substantial quantities of shea butter into both O/W and W/O emulsions. Stability tests by temperature cycling show a high degree of resistance to separation. However, the particular strength of shea butter lies in its content of unsaponifiables which gives it very good soothing properties and provide extra sun protection. The high content of Cinnamic acid that gives shea butter its healing properties.

Applications: Creams, Lotions, Body Butters, Body & Massage Oils, Bath Oils, Bar Soap, Cosmetics, Scrubs, Lip Balm and Gloss, Skincare, Sun Care, Suppositories', Emollient

Recommended Use Levels:

Lotions and creams: 3-5%.

Lip products: 5-100%

Cold process soap: 3-6%

INCI	Butyrospermum parkii butter
CAS#	91080-23-8
FORM	Solid fat
ODOR	Neutral to faint characteristic
COLOR	White to slightly pale yellow
SAPONIFICATION VALUE	165 - 190
MELTING POINT	28 - 38 °C
EXTRACTION METHOD	N/A
PROCESSING	Refined, Bleached, Deodorized
NATURAL	Yes
ORGANIC CERTIFIED	No
SOLUBILITY	Insoluble in water
STORAGE	Store product only in closed original packaging. Keep in a cool and dark place. Keep away from heat. Air and waterproof glass or plastic resin containers. Uncoated containers not suitable. The lower the storage temperature the better will be the storage stability. Preferably below 10 °C.
BEST USED BY	One year from date of purchase
SHELF LIFE ONCE USED IN MANUFACTURING	One year from manufacturing date

This product is produced under safe conditions in compliance with social and environmental rules by authorized suppliers using voluntary labor.

CAUTION:  For external use only. Keep out of reach of children and pets. 

California Prop 65 Statement: The following statement is made in order to comply with the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. This product is not known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Disclaimer

The information provided is general and should not be taken as medical advice. Neither LA Ingredients or associated business entities guarantee the completeness or accuracy of this information. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical care, consult a physician before use. We strongly encourage all customers to conduct their own testing to ensure the product meets their specific needs before scaling into mass production.