African shea butter is made from the nut of the African shea tree. It contains a rich amount of non-removable fatty acid which renders it far superior to cocoa butter and other natural vegetable butter. This fatty acid is crucial to rejuvenating and moisturizing the skin Shea butter provides all the essential vitamins needed to make skin look and feel smoother, and softer. Its therapeutic properties protect the skin from wind, cold and sun, it helps to heal wounds faster. Shea butter stimulates cellular activity, fights the effects of aging, and repairs rough and damaged skin.