Why use Shea Butter?

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It has been a while since we shared our favorite benefits of Shea Butter. Our friends at SunFood SuperFoods recently shared a list of their top uses, so we thought we would summarize it for you.

Dry Skin
The organic and natural compounds found in shea butter help to retain moisture levels in the skin, making it feel smoother and more moisturized than ever.

Skin Rash
The cooling effects of shea butter will provide instant relief, and it can also help eliminate swelling and redness to rashes.

Skin Peeling Due to Tanning
Shea butter can help restore some of the moisture lost through tanning or sunburns, relieving any itchy or flaky skin. It is recommended that you still use sunscreen with SPF.

Blemishes and Wrinkles
Regular use of shea butter can increase moisture levels to maintain skin’s youthful glow. You can reduce the look of age spots and blemishes too!

Itchy Skin
Apply shea butter to the area of the skin that is itchy, to keep the area moisturized and relieve the itch!

Sunburn
Using shea butter after an afternoon in the sun can prevent your skin from becoming red, swollen, sore, itchy, and peeling.

Shaving Cream Alternative
With a little bit of water, use shea butter to prevent razor burn and keep your skin soft post-shave.

Small Skin Wounds
Adding shea butter to the wound will help speed up the healing process, while keeping it moisturized as it heals. It can also help prevent scarring.

Skin Cracks
Using shea butter can help restore the moisture, preventing cracked skin on our heels and elbows.

Tough Skin on Feet
Shea butter contains vitamin E which can help improve the look and feel of your feet.

Cold Weather
In the winter, the body may lack vitamin D and E, helping to relieve dryness and chapped skin from cooler temperatures.

Frostbite
Apply shea butter to warm up your skin and keep it moisturized to avoid frostbite.

Stretch Mark Prevention
Shea butter contains vitamins and nutrients the skin needs to help with stretch marks and scarring. Use on a regular basis to keep the skin hydrated and maintain its elasticity.

Insect Bites
Apply shea butter to reduce redness after a bee sting or insect bite.

Muscle Fatigue
The compounds in shea butter can help reduce inflammation with muscles and joints.

Preventative Use for Exercise
The moisture in shea butter can help you retain moisture levels during your workout, keeping your skin hydrated.

Poison Ivy
Apply shea butter to the poison ivy to reduce the itching, redness, and swelling. Best if used on minor irritations.

Eczema
There is no cure for eczema, but many people find a great deal of relief by applying shea butter to the skin condition’s affected areas.

Dermatitis
Shea butter will aid in faster healing and is more natural than using chemical compounds that can dry out your skin.

Burns
Apply shea butter to the burned area to stop the swelling and to decrease the pain. Please see a medical professional for serious burns.

Healthy Skin Overall
Rich in nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and completely natural, shea butter is a great multi-purpose skin food to keep you looking and feeling your best.

You can refer to the original article here. Thank you to our friends at SunFood Super Foods!