butyros permum parkii (shea) butter
butyros permum parkii (shea) butter
BUT
9/10
Concern level
High concern
Shea butter is a plant-derived lipid (triglyceride-rich fat) obtained from the nuts of Vitellaria paradoxa/Butyrospermum parkii. In skincare it functions primarily as an emollient, occlusive moisturizer, and texture enhancer that helps reduce transepidermal water loss and support barrier comfort.
Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
1.00% - 100.00%Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin10/10
oily skin5/10
sensitive skin8/10
acne prone5/10
mature skin9/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No specific chemical incompatibilities are established, In acne-prone formulas, pair cautiously with additional heavy oils/butters
Risks & Warnings
Generally well tolerated, but it can feel heavy or greasy for some skin types. Rare contact allergy or sensitivity can occur, especially in people with nut/plant sensitivities. In very acne-prone users, richer formulas may be pore-clogging depending on the full formulation.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
