SHEA ORGANIC REFINED BUTTER

Bulk Organic Refined Shea Butter

Organic refined shea butter is a plant-based fatty raw material widely used in cosmetic formulation for its fatty acid richness and the stable texture achieved through refining. This guide covers what sets it apart from raw or non-certified grades, and the specific cosmetic applications its lipid profile enables in creams, balms and hair care products for laboratories and professional soap makers.

What is organic refined shea butter?

It is extracted from the nut of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa), native to sub-Saharan Africa, through pressing followed by a refining process that removes impurities, natural odor and strong color, producing a more neutral, homogeneous butter than the raw variant. Organic certification ensures the raw material comes from controlled cultivation without synthetic agrochemicals.

Its composition is dominated by fatty acids such as oleic, stearic and linoleic acid, together with vitamins A, E and F, phytosterols and triterpenes. This profile gives it moisturizing, nourishing and skin-regenerating properties highly valued in facial and body care formulation.

Main cosmetic uses of organic refined shea butter

Body creams and balms. Its solid texture at room temperature and gentle melting on skin contact make it a common base for nourishing creams, repair balms and silky-touch body butters.

Hair care formulation. It is incorporated into masks and conditioners to add softness and manageability to dry or damaged hair, thanks to its film-forming and emollient capacity.

Artisan soap making. It is a classic ingredient in cold-process soaps, adding hardness to the bar and a creamy lather, with refining being key to achieving a neutral color and scent that does not interfere with other additives.

Lip balms and anhydrous sticks. Its oxidative stability after refining and homogeneous texture make it suitable for anhydrous formulations requiring a product free of particles or residual odor notes.

CAS: 194043-92-0 / 91080-23-8. EINECS: 293-515-7. INCI: Butyrospermum parkii Butter.