Fatty oil

Composition of shea butter Shea butter is dense, has a light creamy tint, and consists mainly of triglycerides - substances formed by fatty acids - oleic, stearic, palmitic, as well as unsaponifiable fats, represented by caristerols - the active substances of the pulp of shea pits. Unsaponifiables are substances that are found mainly in plants and do not interact with alkalis, like fatty acids. In small quantities, shea butter also contains linoleic, linolenic, myristic acid, carbohydrates and proteins. It is the union of fatty acids and unsaponifiable fats that makes shea butter so popular in cosmetology. Even 70 years ago, scientists noticed that African peoples who use shea butter for their skin practically do not know what skin diseases are, and their skin remains surprisingly elastic and smooth for a long time. Properties and treatment of shea butter Shea butter has been used in cosmetology for more than 20 years, and the cosmetic products in which it is included are the most competitive in today's market. Shea butter has strong regenerating properties and protects the skin from sunlight, so in Africa it was always rubbed on small children and also used for adults. The oil is obtained only by cold pressing: it is very thick, heterogeneous, white or slightly creamy, with a slight nutty aroma. It becomes liquid at body temperature - already at 35 ° C, so it is easy to use as a massage - it spreads over the skin and is quickly absorbed. The anti-inflammatory properties of shea butter make it possible to use it to treat skin problems - acne, ulcers, dermatitis, as well as rub it into sore joints and muscles, relieve swelling. Although this oil does not have a vasoconstrictive effect, it can be used to successfully treat a runny nose - and anti-inflammatory properties work here too. Shea butter is called transport oil by cosmetologists, due to its ability to penetrate deep into the skin and deliver various useful components of cosmetics to its layers. These components are easily combined with the oil, and, getting into the skin, they are just as easily and quickly released from it. It is widely used in the care of lips, facial skin, hair, is part of sunscreen cosmetics and tanning cosmetics. Due to the regenerating properties of unsaponifiable fats, the oil stimulates collagen synthesis and is recommended for the care of mature and aging skin. The protective properties of the oil are due to triglycerides: the barrier functions of the skin are enhanced when it is used. The use of shea butter in cosmetology If you use shea butter regularly, as an independent remedy, then the complexion improves, the skin texture becomes denser, the tone increases, the depth of wrinkles decreases and the skin becomes elastic. Therefore, shea butter is often included in anti-aging cosmetics. Pregnant women are advised to use it to prevent stretch marks on the skin. The protective properties of the oil are also expressed in its moisturizing effect. An hour after its application, the maximum moisturizing and protective effect is achieved, which lasts for 8 hours, protecting the skin from the effects of many aggressive external factors. In addition, shea butter effectively eliminates dryness and irritation of the skin, saturates it with vitamins and prevents early aging. Shea butter at home There are many ways to use shea butter at home. It can be applied to the entire face, like a mask, and even to the area around the eyes, and after 30-35 minutes, just wash with lukewarm water. You can melt the oil directly in your hands, or drive a small piece over your face - it will melt and be absorbed into the skin. Lubricate your skin with shea butter in summer and winter when you are in the sun, or outdoors in cold and windy weather, and do not limit yourself to just the face and neck - apply shea butter to all exposed areas of the body. You can mix shea butter with other oils - to do this, you must first melt it in a water bath. You can also easily prepare homemade creams and masks with it. Creams based on shea butter Recipe for a cream for dry, aging and sensitive skin. 2 tsp shea butter is melted in a water bath, then almond oil (4 tsp) is added, removed from the bath and stirred until completely cooled. While stirring, add essential oils - blue chamomile oil (3 drops), and lavender oil (2 drops). Transfer the cooled cream to a glass container and refrigerate. Shea Butter Cream Recipe. In the same way, a cream is prepared with other ingredients. Shea butter, as in the first case, take 2 tsp, and when it is melted, add avocado and jojoba oil (1 tsp each), as well as macadamia oil (2 tsp). After removing the mixture from the bath, and stirring, add rosemary oil (2 drops) and rosewood oil (3 drops). The cream should cool down while stirring; after that, it is also put in the refrigerator. Preparing a restorative night cream is somewhat more difficult, and more ingredients will also be required. Revitalizing cream recipe. First you need to mix in a separate container 1 tbsp. rose water without alcohol and 1 tsp. aloe vera gel. In another container, melt beeswax (1 tsp) by placing it in a water bath, then add shea butter (2 tsp) and olive oil (1.5 tbsp). Instead of olive oil, you can take peach, apricot or almond. Stir the mixture until the components are completely combined, and then add one capsule of pharmacy vitamin E - open the capsule and pour into the mixture - and lecithin (at the tip of a teaspoon), and stir further. Without ceasing to stir, add rose water mixed with aloe vera gel, remove from the bath and stir until the cream has cooled completely - you can use a small mixer. Again, while stirring, add essential oils - chamomile (3 drops) and tangerine (2 drops). Store the finished cream in the refrigerator in a glass container. Shea butter masks All shea butter masks soften and nourish the skin. To prepare a nourishing and tonic face mask, you need to take dried lemon peel and grind it in a coffee grinder to make flour. To raw egg yolk, add 1 tbsp. this flour - incomplete, stir, close the container and leave for 20 minutes. Then you can add melted shea butter and walnut oil - 1 tsp each. Stir again and apply the mask on your face for 20 minutes. Wash off with slightly warm water. A mask with shea butter and avocado is suitable for drier skin. Crush the pulp of an avocado, take 2 tbsp of it, and add 1 tsp of oil to it. - melted shea butter, jojoba oil (you can wheat germ) and the same amount of liquid honey. Mix everything thoroughly, apply on face for 15-20 minutes, then rinse with warm water. If there is no avocado, you can take a banana or persimmon, and if the mixture is very thick, add a little egg yolk. Shea butter for hair Shea butter can be added to any homemade nourishing and softening face masks, as well as used for hair. Apply melted butter to your hair before washing, especially at the roots and ends, and wrap for half an hour with a hot towel - during this time, the hair will absorb everything that is useful to them. Then wash your hair as usual. You can also apply shea butter after washing your hair, when it dries: a small amount of oil will add shine, shine and revitalize your hair. Shea butter does not cause any unpleasant reactions, and its excess, if applied too much, the skin simply will not absorb. Contraindications for shea butter However, not so long ago, scientists found that this oil also has contraindications - though quite rare: sensitivity to latex. The fact is that shea contains natural latex, but allergies to it are not very common. Almost all cosmetics manufacturers today use shea butter. This oil is especially suitable for compositions without fats: it fits well on the skin and is easily absorbed, leaving it soft and smooth. Cosmetics with shea butter are most often not cheap, but how can you save on youth and beauty? Fatty acid composition: palmitic 3.68% max. 3.0-9.0 stearic 42.38% 34.0-50.0 oleic 44.92% max. 38.0-50.0 linoleic 6.51% linolenic 0.19% eicosanoic 1.46% eicosenoic 0.25% eicosandienic 0.32% behenic 0.18% lignoceric 0.12% Unsapon. substances 10-15% Ingredients: Butyrospermum parkii shea butter, hand-made, unrefined, bio-quality. Weight: 50-500 gr Raw materials: South Africa. Store in a dark place, 2 years.