Shea Butter

Nature's Ultimate Skin Conditioner

Shea Butter is one of nature's most treasured moisturisers. Naturally rich in vitamins and nourishing fatty acids, it helps soften, condition and protect the skin while supporting long-lasting hydration. Loved for centuries, Shea Butter remains one of the world's most celebrated botanical ingredients for healthy, beautifully nourished skin. is one of nature's most treasured moisturisers. Naturally rich in vitamins and nourishing fatty acids, it helps soften, condition and protect the skin while supporting long-lasting hydration. Loved for centuries, Shea Butter remains one of the world's most celebrated botanical ingredients for healthy, beautifully nourished skin.

Quick Facts

🥥 Rich Botanical Butter

✨ Deeply Nourishing

🛡 Supports the Skin Barrier

💚 Suitable for Most Skin Types

What is Shea Butter?

Shea Butter is a rich botanical butter extracted from the nuts of the Vitellaria paradoxa tree, commonly known as the Shea Tree. Native to Africa, it has been used for generations to nourish and protect the skin against harsh environmental conditions.

Naturally abundant in fatty acids and vitamins, Shea Butter creates a luxurious, conditioning feel while helping to support the skin's natural moisture barrier. Its rich yet comforting texture makes it a favourite ingredient in body butters, soaps, balms and skincare products around the world.

Why Bloom Chose It

At Bloom, we love ingredients that deliver beautiful results while still feeling completely natural.

At Bloom, we believe deeply nourished skin is healthy skin.

Shea Butter forms the foundation of many of our formulations because of its exceptional moisturising properties and beautiful skin feel. It works perfectly alongside botanical oils such as Abyssinian Oil and Vitamin E to create products that leave skin feeling soft, smooth and comforted without compromising our commitment to naturally inspired skincare.

Skin Benefits

🥥 Deeply Nourishes

Rich in skin-loving fatty acids that help replenish and soften dry skin.

✨ Helps Lock in Moisture

Supports long-lasting hydration by helping reduce moisture loss.

🛡 Supports the Skin Barrier

Helps maintain the skin's natural protective barrier for healthier-looking skin.

🌿 Comforts Dry Skin

Leaves skin feeling smooth, supple and beautifully conditioned.

Botanical Profile

Common Name Shea Butter

Also Known As Vitellaria paradoxa

INCI Name Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Ingredient Type Botanical Butter

Appearance Soft ivory to pale cream butter

Origin West & Central Africa

Suitable For Most skin types, especially dry

and mature skin

Found In Bloom Products

Whipped Body Butter

Handmade Soaps

Did You Know?

Shea Butter has been treasured in African skincare traditions for centuries and is naturally rich in vitamins and nourishing fatty acids.

Frequently Asked Questions

If Shea Butter comes from a tree nut, can I still use it if I have a nut allergy?

Although Shea Butter is extracted from the nut of the Shea Tree, highly refined cosmetic Shea Butter contains very little protein, which is the part of nuts most commonly associated with allergic reactions. Most people with tree nut allergies can use Shea Butter without issue. However, if you have a known or severe nut allergy, we recommend consulting your healthcare professional and performing a patch test before use.

Is Shea Butter suitable for sensitive skin?

Shea Butter is generally well suited to most skin types, including dry and sensitive skin. As with any skincare ingredient, we recommend patch testing before first use.

Why is Shea Butter so moisturising?

Its naturally occurring fatty acids help nourish the skin and support its natural moisture barrier, leaving it feeling soft and comfortable.

Is Shea Butter greasy?

Although rich and deeply nourishing, Shea Butter absorbs beautifully when combined with complementary botanical oils, helping leave skin feeling conditioned rather than heavy.