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Shea Nilotika Cold-Pressed Virgin Shea Butter FRAGRANCE FREE

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USDA Certified Organic. 100% Natural. 100% Cold-Pressed. Never Boiled or Fried.

Shea Nilotica East African Shea Butter is a rare, ultra-creamy variety of shea butter sourced from the East African shea tree (Vitellaria nilotica). Unlike Western Shea Butter, which is often hard and waxy, raw and unrefined Shea Nilotica has a naturally creamy, soft texture that spreads easily on the skin.

Naturally rich in provitamin A and vitamin E, it can help moisturize and soften the skin and is suitable for the delicate eye area, nails, cuticles, hair, and more.

Size: 6 oz.

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What Makes Shea Nilotika Different

Nilotica is an East African shea butter cold-pressed from nuts grown in the Nile basin. Naturally softer, creamier, and faster-absorbing than firmer West African shea, it features a mild, nutty scent. This butter is 100% pure, certified organic, and contains zero additives.

Delivers deep, lasting moisture

It contains a significantly higher concentration of oleic acid compared to traditional shea butter. This makes it incredibly emollient, allowing it to deliver deep, lasting moisture to the skin barrier.

Helps improve skin elasticity & tone

Contains naturally occurring compounds that can help improve the skin's overall bounce, even out texture, and reduce the appearance of stretch marks.

Absorbs quickly without greasiness

Because of its lower melting point, the butter melts instantly upon contact with the skin. It sinks in quickly and completely, avoiding the heavy, greasy residue often associated with raw botanical butters.

Improves skin firmness & youthfulness

It is naturally rich in provitamin A and vitamin E. These antioxidants help fight free radical damage, promote cell turnover, and support collagen production, keeping the skin firm and youthful.

Helps soothe inflammation

Shea Nilotica is packed with allantoin and cinnamic acid. These compounds provide gentle anti-inflammatory relief, making it highly effective for calming eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, and sunburns.

Deeply nourishes damaged hair

Restores a dry scalp and repairs the hair shaft, leaving strands soft, flexible, and nourished from root to tip.

East African vs. West African Shea Butter

East African Shea Butter (Vitellaria nilotica)
East African Shea Butter (Vitellaria nilotica)
West African Shea Butter (Vitellaria paradoxa)
West African Shea Butter (Vitellaria paradoxa)
Origin
Northern Uganda & South Sudan, particularly the Nile River Valley
Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Ivory Coast and other West African countries
Texture
Softer, creamier, smoother & silkier
Harder, denser & sometimes grainier
Application
Melts/spreads more easily on the skin
Requires more warming between the hands
Color
Lighter
Slightly beige/yellowish
Scent
Subtle, sweet scent
More pronounced nutty aroma
Fatty acids
Different fatty-acid composition, with ~25% more essential fatty acids
Rich in essential fatty acids
Vitamins
Rich in vitamins A, E & F
Rich in vitamins A, E & F
Rarity
Rarer, according to the article, due to lower production
More widely produced and commonly available
Common use
Skincare, particularly valued for its soft, creamy texture
Broad skincare and traditional uses
Botanical species
Vitellaria nilotica
Vitellaria paradoxa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shea Nilotica East African Shea Butter safe to use around the eyes? +

Yes. This African shea butter is creamy and ultra-soft, hence it can be used on sensitive parts of the body, such as under the eyes. The natural nutrients in it do not irritate the skin and gently hydrate it.

Is Shea Nilotica shea butter cold-pressed or refined (boiled/fried)? +

It is completely raw and cold-pressed, never boiled or refined. It keeps all the natural vitamins and fatty acids intact and is a high-quality organic African shea butter that is perfect for taking care of the skin and hair.

What are the main benefits and vitamins in Shea Nilotica? +

This butter contains a lot of provitamin A, vitamin E, and essential fatty acids. These are richly nourishing, enhance skin elasticity, and offer nilotica shea butter benefits, including anti-ageing power and skin protection. It also offers the complete range of African shea butter benefits.

Can I use Shea Nilotica East African Shea Butter for eczema, dry skin, or anti-aging? +

Absolutely. It is creamy, which is a calming factor on dry, eczema-prone skin, and it helps keep the skin smooth and supple. It can be used regularly with a combination of therapeutic and cosmetic effects.

Moisturize, soften, and nourish your skin and hair

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Moisturize, soften, and nourish your skin and hair

Why spend more on beauty creams and anti-aging products when you can simplify your routine with a truly natural alternative?

Shea Terra’s Nilotica Shea Butter is a totally raw, unrefined East African shea butter naturally rich in provitamin A and vitamin E. Its soft, creamy texture makes it an easy choice for helping moisturize and soften the skin, especially delicate areas like the under-eye area and cuticles.

And, like all our products, our natural shea butter can also be used on hair to help keep it feeling soft and moisturized.

*Our products are made with natural and organic ingredients to care for your hair and skin. Individual results may vary.
Organic Shea Nilotica Butter

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Organic Shea Nilotica Butter

USDA Certified Organic, 100% natural, 100% cold-pressed, never boiled or fried Shea Nilotica Butter
How to Use

Make the most of your Nilotica Shea Butter

How to Use

Use daily to help maintain soft, moisturized skin.

FACE
Massage a small amount into the face and under-eye area. Shea Nilotica can be used on its own as part of your daily facial care routine.

BODY
Massage into areas such as the arms, thighs, and abdomen. For drier, harder areas such as hands, knees, feet, and elbows, we recommend Shea Gold or Shea Organic.

HAIR
Warm a small amount between your hands and apply to the ends and dry areas of the hair. For a deeper conditioning treatment, massage a small amount through the hair and scalp, leave on for 20–30 minutes, then wash as usual.

*Our products are made with natural and organic ingredients to care for your hair and skin. Individual results may vary.

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Meet the Founder

In 1999, Tammie Umbel, embarked on an incredible journey to bring natural beauty secrets to the world. Considered one of the founding mothers of the green beauty movement, Tammie spent endless years identifying indigenous ingredients and their traditional uses. Tammie continues her quest for unknown ingredients to enhance skin and hair health while creating economic opportunities for remote regions of the world. She works closely with wildlife conservation groups which give economic incentives to local populations to preserve habitats.

SheaTerra Founder, TAMMIE UMBEL