Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract is a shea-derived fraction containing selected soluble phenolics and minor lipids. It adds light conditioning and marketing appeal with a less heavy feel than whole shea butter.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A lighter shea fraction that softens skin without heaviness.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Soothing, Antioxidant
Type
Botanical Extract

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Provides light surface softness and may offer minor antioxidant support, and can complement formulas without a heavy, greasy feel; evidence for strong effects is limited.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in serums, lotions, and milky essences to add gentle conditioning and marketing appeal.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Typically safe at leave-on levels, but botanicals can trigger irritation or sensitization in reactive skin; patch test if sensitive. Avoid use over compromised skin barriers until tolerance is known.

Is Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract a Good Ingredient?

Composition varies by extraction, and evidence for strong skin benefits is limited compared with whole shea or its unsaponifiables, which is why it's rated Fair. Some individuals may experience mild irritation from botanical extracts.

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