The efficacy and function of shea butter

Have you heard of shea butter? It is the fruit of the shea tree. Its fruit is edible, and its kernel can be used to produce shea butter. After it is made, it can be used directly as a cosmetic. It has many different beauty effects. If you want to know more about the effects and functions of shea butter, you can read the following detailed introduction of it.

1. Nourishing and moisturizing

Shea butter contains natural saponified substances, which contain a large amount of fat and fatty acids. It has a strong moisturizing effect. The emulsion oil extracted from its kernels can be applied directly to the skin to prevent moisture loss in the skin, nourish the skin and make people's skin become tender and smooth.

2. Sun protection

Sun protection is also an important role of shea butter. It contains a large amount of natural plant essence and some cinnamic acid. This substance is a natural sunscreen ingredient and has a strong resistance to ultraviolet rays. Applying it on the skin can effectively reduce the damage of ultraviolet rays. The latex it contains can reduce skin sensitivity caused by sunlight, thereby playing an obvious sun protection role.

3. Protect your hair

Shea butter also has a significant nourishing effect on human hair. It can help hair regeneration and prevent hair from drying and splitting. Regular use can make people's hair become black, smooth and elastic, especially for those who often perm and dye their hair. Applying shea butter to hair can quickly repair damaged hair and hair follicles.

4. Reduce spots

Shea butter can also lighten spots. After grinding it into a paste, you can apply it directly to the facial skin. It can make the skin delicate and white, reduce the formation of spots, and lighten spots on the surface of the skin. In addition, pregnant women can also use shea butter. You can extract the oil from the kernel and apply it directly to the skin of the abdomen to effectively prevent the occurrence of stretch marks.