Astrida Naturals

Use all natural, unrefined Shea Butter for its many skin and hair care benefits.

This blend of Shea Butter is infused with Tea Tree Essential Oil. Tea Tree oil has a slightly spicy and woodsy scent. It is non-irritating and has antibacterial and antifungal qualities. Tea tree oil has been shown to soothe cuts, scratches, sunburn and cold sores, it also shows promise as a treatment for acne.

Our Shea Butter is unrefined and extracted from the Karite (Shea) Nut using natural and traditional West African methods that do not utilize any chemicals during processing.

For more information on the differences between unrefined shea butter vs. refined shea butter please view the About Shea Butter page

Astrida Naturals sells only fair trade unrefined shea butter. Fairly traded shea butter is obtained from a source that pays the African women who manufacture the shea a fair price for the product. Allowing the women to support themselves, their families, and their communities.

How does Shea Butter benefit my skin and hair?

Regular use of unrefined Shea Butter produces softer, smoother healthier skin and is safe for all skin types. Shea Butter is a natural source of vitamins A, E, and F. These antioxidants help the skin to retain its natural elasticity, absorb moisture from the air, and help prevent premature wrinkles by boosting collagen production.

Shea Butter contains natural UV sun protection that is estimated to be around an SPF 6. Daily use of Shea Butter on the face and body reduces sun exposure, which in turn slows down the rate of aging. Shea Butter also acts as a natural mantle against elements of cigarette smoke, smog and chemical pollutants in the atmosphere.

Shea Butter can also help your hair. It provides moisture to dry or damaged hair from the roots to the very tips, repairing and protecting against weather damage, dryness and brittleness. It also absorbs quickly and completely into the scalp to rehydrate without clogging pores. It is particularly beneficial for processed and heat-treated hair, and is an excellent treatment for dry scalp.