shea butter

noun

ˈshē- How to pronounce shea butter (audio)
ˈshā-
: a pale solid fat from the seeds of the shea tree used in food, soap, and candles

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Squalane and shea butter help keep your cheeks conditioned throughout the day. Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 3 July 2025 The body milk works as a toner, serum and moisturizer and also contains organic witch hazel and shea butter. Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025 Look for products with ingredients like shea butter, mineral oil, and ceramides to keep your skin moisturized and hydrated.2 Tips For Choosing a Magnesium Lotion Magnesium lotion can be purchased over-the-counter and does not need a prescription. Health, 16 June 2025 Its rich texture and high fat content (thanks to shea butter) keep skin super soft. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for shea butter

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of shea butter was in 1847

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“Shea butter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shea%20butter. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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