Description

Common English Name: Shea butter (Nilotica).

Botanical Name: Vitellaria nilotica.

Plant Family: Sapotaceae.

Method of Extraction: Cold pressing of the fruit.

Origin: Africa. The Vitelleraria nilotica species is a sub species of the Karite tree which grows in Northern Uganda.. It produces a softer and creamier shea butter than the traditional West African shea butter.

Plant Description: A perennial tree with plum-like fruits (nuts).

Main Chemical Components: Olein, linoleic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, vitamin A, vitamin E.

Blends Well With: Essential oils, carrier oils.

Uses: Aging skin, brittle nails, damaged hair, dry skin.

Fun Fact: Shea butter nilotica is less waxy in texture than western shea butter.

Cautions for Use: None noted for use of the butter.