Shea

Shea vegetable oil is a popular oil that is widely used in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food industries. It is extracted from the nuts of the Shea tree, which is native to West Africa. Shea vegetable oil is rich in vitamins A and E, fatty acids, and other beneficial compounds that make it a popular ingredient in many products.

Synonyms: Shea vegetable oil is also known as Shea butter oil, Karite oil, or Butyrospermum parkii oil.

Botanical names: The botanical name for the Shea tree is Butyrospermum parkii, and the oil extracted from its nuts is called Butyrospermum parkii oil.

Growing locations: Shea trees are native to West Africa and are mainly grown in countries such as Ghana, Nigeria, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Ivory Coast.

Part of the plant used: Shea vegetable oil is extracted from the nuts of the Shea tree. The nuts are first dried, roasted, and then crushed to extract the oil.

Chemical composition: Shea vegetable oil contains a high amount of fatty acids, including oleic, stearic, palmitic, and linoleic acid. It also contains vitamins A and E, as well as other beneficial compounds such as catechins, triterpenes, and phytosterols.

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