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SHEA GENIIUS

About Shea Butter
About Shea Butter
Shea is a whole food. It comes from the nut of the shea fruit. There is a pulpy bit inside the shell of the fruit which is delicious. The taste is sometimes described as "the taste of heaven".
The fruit when it ripens and falls to the ground provides plenty for everyone - men women children and even birds and other animals. Women collect basket fulls of them and bring them for food and processing to make oil and the butter.
Now however (and only in some cases) the collecting is still done by women and packed by men in sack loads are bought to the women on lorries! It is still not picked off the trees as the tree is held sacred by many communities.Many cosmetic companies incorporte shea in their products
african womenThe nuts (often referred to as "womens gold " because only women are allowed to collect them and benefit from it financially), are a little smaller in size than cherry tomatoes (as a comparison) and power packed with essential fatty acids, anti-oxidants, vitamins proteins and minerals.

HOW TO USE SHEA BUTTER AS A DECONGESTANT
HOW TO USE SHEA BUTTER AS A DECONGESTANT
For sinusitis, blocked nose and chestiness. Rub as much as possible in the nose and around the nose particularly the bridge of the nose. Also rub it into the chest. To deepen the effect you can add a little tea tree oil. But not peppermint or menthol as they can burn.
It is thought to work because of its deep moisturising and decongestant attributes it literally softens and relaxes the muscles/capillaries and anti-inflammatory properties around the area being treated and soothes inflamed areas allowing clearing of airways!
PURE UNREFINED SHEA BUTTER IS NATURALLY FREE FROM
PURE UNREFINED SHEA BUTTER IS NATURALLY FREE FROM
- Petroleum/Petrolatum
- Parafin/Parafinium
- Mineral Oils
- Parabens
- Sodium Laurel Sulphate (SLS) *
- Other sulphates (SLES)*
- Phthalate
- Colouring
- Perfumes
- Glycerine (you can,however, get vegetable based glycerines (eg soy), which is often used in quality natural soaps, this is fine)
DID YOU KNOW Shea butter is Hypoallergenic and non toxic. Suitable for Sensitive skins, Vegans and Vegetarians.

CONSIDER THIS:
CONSIDER THIS:
"There are over 10,500 ingredients found in the skincare products used by men, women, and children on a daily basis. Only 11% of those products have been tested for safety. Regulations for the cosmetic industry are lax at best. A recent study by the Environmental Working Group found that:
Approx. 33% of those products contain ingredients that are linked to cancer. 60% have ingredients that can act like estrogen, or disrupt hormones. And 45% contain chemicals/ingredients that may be harmful to our reproductive systems or to a baby's development.
The facts don't lie. Chemicals in our cosmetics and skincare items contain toxic ingredients linked to poor health and diseases. Some scientists are even saying that these chemicals may be causing the increased numbers of children with ADHD, some cancers, and more. The National Cancer Institute reports that women who dye their hair have a 50% higher risk of developing non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (cancer). The FDA released a report that 40% of the tested talcum powders contain asbestos.
Many chemicals used in the U.S. have been banned in Europe because they are toxic to the human body.
What we need to do is to find products that are using safe ingredients, companies that are using green manufacturing. Companies that have signed the Compact for Safe Cosmetics and meet the EU formula standards. That means you can be assured that the formulation standards are free of chemicals known to, or strongly suspected of causing
mutations, cancers, birth defects, and more.
SLS Can cause:
SLS Can cause:
Skin Irritation
SLS is used routinely in clinical studies. This may suggest a level of comfort, however, the way in which it is used is disturbing. Despite being the number one active ingredient in virtually all soaps, shampoos and cleansers, the sole purpose of using SLS in clinical studies is to cause skin irritation that can then be used to identify the properties of other chemicals!
Amazing isn't it? For years, we have been applying known irritants to our skin on a daily basis. To quote the ACT report "The abbreviated symbol for Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is used around the world in clinical studies as a skin irritant. SLS is the universal standard, by which a measured percentage is evaluated to promote a given level of irritation and reaction. By this SLS standard level of irritation, it is then possible to evaluate the healing or modifying characteristics of any ingredient or formula used on the SLS irritated skin."
Most worryingly, irritation has been shown to occur at concentrations of 0.5%, which is 1/60th the concentration found in some hand soaps. Caveat emptor! (BUYER BEWARE)
Hormone Imbalance
In the last 100 years or so, many new health problems have come to light. These include PMS / PMT, the so-called "menopausal symptoms" which never used to exist, and more recently a massive drop in male fertility which threatens our continued existence in many western countries. SLS is most likely a major contributor to all of these problems due to its oestrogen mimicking activity.
Oestrogen is a hormone found quite normally in both men and women. Like all other hormones, it's circulating levels are rigidly controlled by the glands of the body due to the potent effect of its presence on virtually all cells. Not only does SLS irritate the skin, it is also absorbed through the skin ( high levels of skin penetration may occur at even low concentration). Once in the body, the SLS molecule attaches to oestrogen receptors, mimicking the effects of the hormone in various body systems.
The result is hormonal chaos. The body can no longer control it's own oestrogen levels (or at least, what it sees as it's own oestrogen levels - it can't tell the difference between endogenous oestrogen and SLS) and therefore loses control of many normal endocrines (hormonal) functions.
In men, whose oestrogen levels are normally extremely low, this massive increase causes breast enlargement, reduction of male hormone levels and a massive drop in both sperm count and sperm motility (the ability of the sperm to fertilise an ovum). Gender confusion may also be related to SLS levels, either in the male himself or in his mother during pregnancy.
In women, the reproductive system, which is totally controlled by oestrogen and progesterone, goes haywire. Rapidly shifting oestrogen levels and their effect on progesterone levels mean that the body is totally confused, leading to menstrual problems, menopausal symptoms and potentially infertility. Because this subject is so important, we have devoted a whole section of this site to women's health.
Eye Irritation/eye deformities in children
Have you ever got shampoo in your eyes? Yes, so have I - not pleasant is it? However, the potential effects of SLS on the eye are much more worrying. In animal studies, 10% of SLS caused acute corneal damage. However, it is not just direct eye contact that is the problem. According to the American College of Toxicology, "tests show permanent eye damage in young animals from skin contact in non-eye areas". In other words, because SLS is absorbed through the skin, it can cause PERMANENT eye damage WITHOUT ever directly coming into contact with your eyes. As a result, you would expect that children's products would be SLS-free. Unfortunately not, most children's shampoos contain just as much SLS as those for adults.
Thankfully, alternatives DO exist, though you would be hard-pressed to find them in your local chemist or supermarket.
Protein Denaturing
Our cells are made from protein. The development of those cells is strictly regulated by the reproductive processes that are continually at work removing damaged and old cells and replacing them with healthy new ones. Virtually every cell in the body is replaced at least every 7 years.
SLS exerts its effects on proteins by forming a chemical bridge between the fat-soluble and water-soluble parts of the protein molecule. This disrupts the hydrophobic forces needed to maintain the protein structure and the molecule collapses, rendering it useless. This effect is usually irreversible.
The result of this is two-fold. Firstly, existing proteins are damaged, leading to an increase in the amount of healing required by the body. Secondly, new proteins can be damaged and cells disrupted while they are under construction. It is exactly this type of activity that can lead to the early stages of skin cancer. In the skin, this process can be so severe, that skin layers may separate and inflame due to its (SLS's) protein denaturing properties.
Carcinogenicity (Cancer causing)
Quite apart from it's potential to cause pre-cancerous conditions by denaturing proteins, the oestrogen mimicking effects of SLS also offers massive potential to cause cancer. It is known that many cancers, not least breast and ovarian cancer are directly related to oestrogen levels, in fact, some cancer cells actually secrete their own oestrogen, which contributes to the growth of the tumour.
Clearly, by disrupting normal oestrogen levels AND by causing similar effects at a cellular level as endogenous oestrogen, SLS exhibits MASSIVE potential to both cause and worsen cancerous states. The incidence of breast cancer has increased several-fold in the last 50 years, both in women and in men. Currently, according to the American Cancer Society, men account for approximately 1% of all breast cancer cases. This subject is discussed in more detail in our section. Natural Health Information Centre
There is also a third way by which SLS can potentially cause cancer. Carcinogenic nitrates can form in the manufacturing of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or by its inter-reaction with other nitrogen-bearing ingredients within a formulation utilizing this ingredient (many shampoos contain nitrate compounds). A single shampooing can produce more cancer-causing nitrates in the body than eating a pound of bacon, which is VERY high in nitrates!
Whether it is by these means or not, SLS is a known mutagen - it is capable of damaging the genetic material found every cell in your body. As mutagenicity has been strongly linked to cancer, this is a major concern.
We will do our best to help and advise you on ways to limit both your exposure and your risk.
Take control of your health and exchange your toxin-filled household with chemical-free products SEE MORE HARMFUL CHEMICALS IN OUR INGREDIENTS PAGE
HERE'S A SURPRISE!
" Can toothpaste contribute to canker sores? ( Mouth ulcers) Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is the detergent found in most toothpaste. But research from Oslo, Norway indicates SLS may precipitate canker sores in people already prone to get them
Oral surgeon Paul Barkvoll found a 70 per cent decrease in the occurrence of canker sores (mouth ulcers) when susceptible persons switched to a toothpaste that did not contain SLS. Barkvoll suspects the ingredient dries out the protective mucous layer lining the mouth, leaving the gums and cheeks vulnerable to irritants like acids in foods.
Until recently, the only U.S marketed toothpaste without SLS was Rembrandt’s Natural. But others are now following suit.
Wall Street Journal 1993"
Why not try natural toothpaste which can often found in health food stores and some good pharmacies
HOW TO STORE Shea butter has a long shelf life can last up to two years! However, it is quite delicate and requires storing in warm to cool dry place or at room temperature. Never in a cold place and DO NOT REFRIGERATE (has oleic acids in it which does not like cold and will compromise the shea).
DANGERS OF SLS & SLES
DANGERS OF SLS & SLES
Both Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) and its close relative. are commonly used in many soaps, shampoos, detergents, toothpastes and other products that we expect to "foam up". Both chemicals are very effective foaming agents, chemically known as surfactants.
Unfortunately, both sodium laureth sulfate and its cousin are also very dangerous, highly irritating chemicals. Far from giving "healthy shining hair" and "beautiful skin", soaps and shampoos containing sodium laureth sulfate can lead to direct damage to the hair follicle, skin damage, permanent eye damage in children and even liver toxicity
Although sodium laureth sulfate is somewhat less irritating than SLS, it cannot be metabolised by the liver and its effects are therefore much longer-lasting. This not only means it stays in the body tissues for longer, but much more precious energy is used getting rid of it.
A report published in the Journal of The American College of Toxicology in 1983 showed that concentrations of SLS as low as 0.5% could cause irritation and concentrations of 10-30% caused skin corrosion and severe irritation. (National Institute of Health USA) of chemical ingredients lists over 80 products that contain SLS and SLES. Some soaps have concentrations of up to 30%, which the ACT report called "highly irritating and dangerous".
Shampoos are among the most frequently reported products to the FDA. Reports include eye irritation, scalp irritation, tangled hair, swelling of the hands, face and arms and split and fuzzy hair. This is highly characteristic of sodium laureth sulfate and almost definitely directly related to its use.
So why is a dangerous chemical like sodium laureth sulfate used in our soaps and shampoos?
The answer is simple - it is cheap. The sodium laureth sulfate found in our soaps is exactly the same as you would find in a car wash or even a garage, where it is used to degrease car engines.
In the same way as it dissolves the grease on car engines, SLES also dissolves the oils on your skin, which can cause a drying effect. It is also well documented that it denatures skin proteins, which causes not only irritation, but also allows environmental contaminants easier access to the lower, sensitive layers of the skin.
This denaturing of skin proteins may even be implicated in skin and other cancers.
Perhaps most worryingly, sodium laureth sulfate is also absorbed into the body from skin application. Once it has been absorbed, one of the main effects of SLS is to mimic the activity of the hormone Oestrogen. This has many and may be responsible for a variety of health problems from PMS and Menopausal symptoms to dropping male fertility and increasing female cancers such as breast cancer, where oestrogen levels are known to be involved.
Products commonly found to contains this harmaful SLS or Sodium Laureth Sulfate and parabens
Soaps
Shampoos
Bubble-baths
Tooth paste
Washing-up liquid / dish soap
Laundry detergent
Childrens soaps / shampoos
Stain Remover
Carpet Cleaner
Fabric glue
Body wash
Shave cream
Pet shampoos/cleaner
Mascara (most masscaras do not list ingredients! see "Dying to be Beautiful" in my blog
Mouthwash
Toothpaste
Skin cleansers
Moisture lotion / Moisturiser
Sun Cream and more...
The use of sodium Laureth sulfate in children's products is particularly worrying. It is known that, whether it gets in the eyes or not, skin application DOES lead to measurable concentrations in the eyes of children. This is known to affect eye development, and the damage caused in this manner is irreversible.
Do not believe that just because a product is labeled as natural" it is free from SLS or sodium Laureth sulfate or other harmful chemicals. ( "This is just greenwashing in many cases - for you to put faith in the product). Most common brands of "Natural" or "Herbal" shampoos and cleansers still use these harmful chemicals as their main active ingredient - check your labels!
There are some highly reputable companies that have been producing such products for years. These products not only do not contain any sodium Laureth sulfate, but they are also free of other harmful chemical colourings, preservatives, and even flavourings.

HOW TO USE SHEA BUTTER AS A DECONGESTANT
HOW TO USE SHEA BUTTER AS A DECONGESTANT
For sinusitis, blocked nose and chestiness. Rub as much as possible in the nose and around the nose particularly the bridge of the nose . Also rub into the chest. To deepen the effect you can add a ;little tea tree oil. But not peppermint or menthol as they can burn.
It is thought to work because of its deep moisturising and decongestant attributes softens and relaxes the muscles/capillaries and anti-inflammatory properties soothes inflamed areas allowing a clearing of airways!
PURE UNREFINED SHEA BUTTER IS NATURALLY FREE FROM
PURE UNREFINED SHEA BUTTER IS NATURALLY FREE FROM
- Petroleum/Petrolatum
- Parafin/Parafinium
- Mineral Oils
- Parabens
- Sodium Laurel Sulphate (SLS) *
- Other sulphates (SLES)*
- Phthalate
- Colouring
- Perfumes
- Glycerine (you can,however, get vegetable based glycerines (eg soy), which is often used in quality natural soaps, this is fine)
DID YOU KNOW Shea butter is Hypoallergenic and non toxic. Suitable for Sensitive skins, Vegans and Vegetarians.


- Put half cup Aloe vera - (at least 99% pure aloe) into a small bowl
- Add 6 drops of Almond oil or Vitamin E oil
- 6 drops of our "Amazing" oil
- Mix well
- for deep treatment also add tablespoon organic blackstrap mollases or manuka honey.
- Put half cup Aloe vera - (at least 99% pure)
- Add 3 drops lemon oil and 2 tablespoon of lemon juice (squeeze half a lemon)
- OR instead of lemon juice 2 tablespoon of cider or apple vinegar (organic)
- teaspoon of honey
- Mix well

The nuts (often referred to as "womens gold " because only women traditionally make shea. Men collect the seeds - but only women benefit from it financially which in turn help the whole community. They are a little smaller in size than cherry tomatoes (as a comparison) and power packed with essential fatty acids, anti-oxidants, vitamins proteins and minerals.
The nuts (often referred to as "womens gold " because only women traditionally make shea. Men collect the seeds - but only women benefit from it financially which in turn help the whole community. They are a little smaller in size than cherry tomatoes (as a comparison) and power packed with essential fatty acids, anti-oxidants, vitamins proteins and minerals.

The best and largest producing countries in Africa are Mali, Ghana, Bokino Faso, Togo and Nigeria, (including Benin State),
The tree can live for over 200 years and one tree can produce enough nuts to make over 120k of shea butter in one season. The nuts ripen in May to August and out of respect they are not picked but allowed to fall to the ground before they're collected. The shea is also used for special occassions and traditional rituals.
All over body care Africa's secret
All over body care Africa's secret
DID YOU KNOW that the shea is known by other names across Africa - Oyrin (Nigeria), Karite (Senegal) and Ngku (Ghana pronounced ing.ku) and has been used throughout Africa for food, pharmacology and for skin care for thousands of years.

An ongoing series of informational entries
An ongoing series of informational entries

PROPERTIES
PROPERTIES
March 15, 2017
Its amazing properties is non toxic, hypo-allergenic, 100 per cent natural plant and very gentle. There is more. It is also a natural anti inflammatory, a decongestant, a natural sun screen, an anti-fungal a natural barrier cream and anti aging anti-wrinkle! It has been found through clinical tests to be particularly good for all kinds of skin conditions, as well as being deeply moisturising and nourishing. To get a comprehensive outline about shea butter please go to Benefits of Shea Butter.

This is your time to improve your skin and look more healthy. Choose from a variety of shea products.
This is your time to improve your skin and look more healthy. Choose from a variety of shea products.
March 15, 2017
DID YOU KNOW There are many amazing plants and oils that have properties that far exceed the properties of many plants from these plants in Africa, SHEA is one of course, but there is also the BOABAB, YLANG YLANG JOJOBA, ROOBOIS are just a few..We use some of these extensively in our products.

The benefits of shea butter reads like a mini encyclopeadia of skin care
The benefits of shea butter reads like a mini encyclopeadia of skin care
Natural shea butter contains high quantities of vitamins A and E and is known to improve a variety of skin conditions, including wrinkles, eczema, dermatitis, and even some blemishes. Many skin products contain shea butter like lipsticks mosurisers, shampoos and body lotions. Shea is one of Africa's secret.
NATURAL ANTI INFLAMATORY, NATURAL ANTI FUNGAL NATURAL DECONGESTANT AND NATURAL SUN BLOCK .
“Your skin needs moisture to stay resilient, healthy, glowing, and supple. Amongst the hundreds of moisturizers available on the market today, there is one that is considered one of the ‘crème de la crème’ of all. Shea Butter is a gift from Africa, and can turn almost any dry skin patch into a smooth and supple surface".
How Should I Use Shea Butter?
The uses for products containing shea butter are almost endless. Originally most products containing shea butter were skin moisturizers, but the oil is now a primary ingredient in many shampoos and conditioners as well.
See What People Are Saying
See What People Are Saying
Review this list of ideas to learn how to maximize the benefits of shea butter:
Review this list of ideas to learn how to maximize the benefits of shea butter:
- Use it daily to prevent dry skin.
- Use it on skin rashes or dry skin to stop itching.
- Cover sunburns or tanned skin with it to prevent peeling.
- Use it for four to six weeks to see a reduction of wrinkles.
- Coat your feet, then wear socks over night and wakeup to baby-soft feet
- Use twice daily in winter to prevent skin irritation from the cold weather.
- Lather as shaving cream for a smooth shave.
- Dab a small amount on small skin wounds before bandaging.
- Coat cracked skin and cover in plastic wrap for 10 minutes.
- Use daily on pregnant stomachs to prevent stretch marks.
- Use daily after pregnancy to help heal stretch marks and reduce scarring.
DID YOU KNOW THAT IS IS CONSIDERED THE BEST MOISTURISER FOR THE SKIN IS NOT LOTION (HYDRATION) BUT OIL - THE RIGHT KIND, DOES NOT MAKE YOUR SKIN GREASY. THE RIGHT KIND OF OILS (SEED OILS) ARE ALSO VERY IMPORTANT INTERNALLY FOR HEALTH AND BRAIN DEVELOPMENT
SEE MORE IN 'HOW TO USE
SENSITIVE SKIN BABY SKIN AND NURSING MOTHERS CAN ALL USE SHEA - ITS COMPLETELY HYPO-ALLERGENIC
SEE MORE IN 'HOW TO USE
SENSITIVE SKIN BABY SKIN AND NURSING MOTHERS CAN ALL USE SHEA - ITS COMPLETELY HYPO-ALLERGENIC
“Your skin needs moisture to stay resilient, healthy, glowing, and supple. Amongst the hundreds of moisturizers available on the market today, there is one that is considered the ‘crème de la crème’ of all. Shea Butter is a gift from Africa, and can turn almost any dry skin patch into a smooth and supple surface.Shea Butter has been used for generations in African cultures as a moisturizer, health aid, healing balm. In its purest forms, it is a solid fat with a high skin absorption rate. This makes Shea Butter a highly valued product for almost all skin types.”
“It does not have a scent or smell, [some say it smells like white chocolate] but today’s products offer a variety of aromatic scents and fragrances added to it. This high-fat butter is chock full of naturally occurring Vitamin A, E, and F. Many women can apply megadoses of Vitamin E to reduce stretch marks, wrinkles, and skin cracks. Shea butter will prevent bumps from shaving, razor irritation, rashes, and even eczema. Use it sparingly during the summer months as it is very high in moisture; however, winter calls for a different regiment in most states!
Shea Butter is a fantastic moisturizer for the outdoor enthusiast who suffers from chapped and cracked skin. Even sunburn in the summer can be soothed and reduced considerably with regular shea butter application.

BENEFITS
BENEFITS
· ANTI AGEING (acts like second skin)
· RICH IN VITAMINS (A,D,E,F,K) AND MINERALS
· EVENS SKIN TONE
· ECZEMA· DERMATITIS AND PSORIASIS
· SUN PROTECT /SCREEN (Natural Ultra Violet properties)
· DRY/ROUGH SKIN CONDITIONER
· SCALP CONDITIONER
· SCARS and STRETCH MARKS
· ANTI FUNGAL
· NON TOXIC