Shea Butter is an all-natural cosmetic butter derived from the karite nut of the Mangifolia tree in Africa. Indigenous African tribes have used Shea Butter for centuries to protect their skin from the harsh conditions encountered in the south Sahara. NOW Shea Butter is extracted through cold-pressing without the use of solvents and has a very mild, pleasant aroma and texture. A powerful emollient. Shea Butter can be used alone as a moisturizer or lip balm, or can be combined with other softeners for skin treatment.