Dr Pete's Health Secrets

    Shea butter is an African herbal skin remedy that is becoming increasingly popular in the natural body care and cosmetic industry for a very good reason.  It has been used for centuries in Africa for its moisturizing and healing properties, where it has been used to protect and condition inflamed or damaged skin. The Igbos name for shea butter cream is ' Ôri '. My grandmother swore by it as a healing balm. I this article I will examine the unique attributes, healthcare uses and benefits of shea butter. Shea butter (Ori) is a skin superfood that comes from the seeds of the fruit of the Shea (Karite) tree and that is naturally rich in essential fatty acids and in vitamins A, E and F.  The cream is extracted and prepared without the use of chemicals. The best Shea butter for skin use is prepared by cold press methods without the use of added chemicals or preservatives. Shea butter has a creamy ivory colour with a distinctive aroma, often describe...