Shea Oil Refined

About

Shea Oil Refined is a lightweight, nourishing carrier oil extracted from shea fruit kernels and refined for easy absorption. Rich in oleic and fatty acids, it's prized for its smooth, velvet-like consistency and versatility across skin, hair and beauty formulations.

Key Benefits

• Deeply moisturising for dry, flaky and cracked skin
• Absorbs easily without greasy residue
• May help soothe and soften the scalp
• Known for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
• Ideal carrier oil for diluting essential oils
• Light consistency — no melting required unlike Shea Butter
• Suitable for cosmetic formulations and DIY skincare blends

Common Uses

• Massage oil base — dilute with essential oils for a soothing blend
• Direct application to face and body for hydration
• Nourishing hair and scalp mask treatment
• Base ingredient in serums, body butters and moisturisers
• Natural emollient in homemade skincare formulations

How to Use

• Apply directly to clean skin or dilute a few drops with your favourite essential oil for massage
• Use as a scalp treatment by gently warming and working through hair from roots to tips
• Blend into custom skincare products and body care formulations
• If the oil solidifies in cool temperatures, gently warm to return to liquid state

Product Details

• Botanical Name: Butyrosphermum Parkii Oil
• Other Names: Sheanut Oil, Shea Butter Oil, Shea Liquid
• Origin: Ghana and Sweden
• Extraction: Expeller pressed and refined
• Key Constituents: Oleic acid, linoleic acid, stearic acid, tocopherol (Vitamin E), triterpenes
• Appearance: Colourless to light-yellow liquid
• Note: May solidify in cool conditions; gently heat to restore liquid state

Safety

• For external use only — not intended for ingestion or culinary use
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store in a dark, cool place at room temperature away from direct sunlight