shea butter

noun

ˈshē- How to pronounce shea butter (audio)
ˈshā-
: a pale solid fat from the seeds of the shea tree used in food, soap, and candles

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It’s infused with shea butter to lock in hydration that lasts. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024 Along with its signature ingredient complex that promotes cellular turnover, this body butter is infused with soothing bisabolol and moisture-sealing shea butter. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 29 Oct. 2024 Key Ingredients: Niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, shea butter, hawthorn extract Best For: Fine lines, dark circles, puffiness Size: 0.5 oz. Emily Orofino, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024 With shea butter to soothe and moisturize and a lighter feel overall, this pocket-sized balm is made for easy touchups on the go. Isabel Garcia, People.com, 8 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for shea butter 

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shea butter was in 1847

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“Shea butter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shea%20butter. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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