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How to Use African Shea Butter in its Raw Form

African shea butter is an ivory or pale yellow colored fat extracted from the nut of the African shea-karite tree. The butter is prized for its healing and beauty benefits. Shea butter remains in solid form even at room temperature but melts upon contact with the skin. There are three types of shea butter: raw, unrefined and highly refined. The …

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