Shea Butter Shea nuts are gathered and processed from the "butter tree" of central Africa, where the fruit is eaten as food, and the fat from the inner nut is used for cooking and cosmetic purposes. An important source of income for the women of Ghana, the kernels are traditionally pressed to extract the butter. Shea Butter is rich in oleic and stearic acids, making it a highly effective emollient. This unrefined, expeller-pressed Shea Butter is processed without the use of chemicals, ensuring its natural integrity. Shea Butter helps protect the skin by preserving its natural oils, offering gentle, nourishing care. Check out our other Body Butters to enhance your skincare routine! Consider adding a few drops of our essential oils to your body butter for better results! Cocojojo’s Body Butters are a natural emollient that helps to leave your skin looking rejuvenated and refreshed.