: a pale solid fat from the seeds of the shea tree used in food, soap, and candles
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Loaded with nourishing shea butter, this rich, creamy formula sinks in like a second skin—only softer and smoother.
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Nov. 2024
Made with 96% natural ingredients, hyaluronic acid brings lasting hydration, shea butter softens and nourishes, and nasturtium flower revitalizes.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
This skincare gem is infused with shea butter and other nourishing ingredients, hydrating the skin while providing seamless coverage.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
The soap itself is infused with coconut shells, avocado oil, shea butter and more with Evolvetogether’s signature Havana scent of cardamom, violet, vetiver and cedarwood.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Nov. 2024
Made with 96% natural ingredients, hyaluronic acid brings lasting hydration, shea butter softens and nourishes, and nasturtium flower revitalizes.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
This skincare gem is infused with shea butter and other nourishing ingredients, hydrating the skin while providing seamless coverage.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
The soap itself is infused with coconut shells, avocado oil, shea butter and more with Evolvetogether’s signature Havana scent of cardamom, violet, vetiver and cedarwood.
—Emily Burns, WWD, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Shea butter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shea%20butter. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.
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