Umuthi Unrefined Shea Butter

Who it's for
This Product Is For:

Dry-feeling skin routines that prefer rich butters
People wanting a butter that can be used neat on skin or hair
DIY makers creating body butters, balms and creams
Haircare routines wanting more softness and cushion
Natural body-care blends with a fuller butter feel
This Product Is Not For:

Food use
Ultra-light oil-only preferences
Water-only formulations without an oil phase
Cosmetic routines that want a very fast-absorbing finish
Anyone wanting a refined butter with a more neutral natural character
Use as a sunscreen or SPF product

Key properties
Botanical Name: Vitellaria paradoxa
Form: Solid unrefined butter
Organic: No
Vegan Friendly: Yes
Suitable For: Cosmetic use only
Ingredients: 100% pure unrefined Shea Butter, Vitellaria paradoxa
Skin Feel: Rich, buttery and protective
Profile: Direct-use body butter and cosmetic formulation ingredient
Suitable For: Face Care, Body Care, Hair Care, Body Butters, Balms, Creams And Rich Plant-Butter Formulations
Storage: Store away from children, pets, sunlight and heat


Safety instructions
For cosmetic use only
Do not ingest
Patch test before first use
Discontinue use if irritation occurs
Keep away from children, pets, sunlight and heat
If pregnant or breastfeeding, seek professional guidance before use
Avoid introducing water into the container
Use clean, dry utensils when handling

What it's used for:
Face and body moisturising
Body butters and richer balms
Hair care for softness and smoother-feeling ends
DIY creams and oil-based cosmetic products
Rich plant-butter formulations needing a natural emollient base
Dry-feeling areas such as hands, heels, elbows and knees
Direct use as a rich cosmetic butter

How to use:
As a Body Butter: Warm a small amount between the hands and massage into the skin.

As a Face Butter: Apply sparingly to dry-feeling areas as part of a richer routine.

As a Hair Butter: Use a small amount on the ends or blend into a hair treatment.

As a Formulating Butter: Melt into the oil phase of balms, creams and similar products.

Processing Tip: Stir gently while cooling after melting to help reduce graininess.

Texture Tip: Avoid simply pouring melted shea into jars and leaving it to cool untouched, as this can encourage grain formation.