Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables is a fraction of Shea Butter (without triglycerides and fatty acids; approximately 5-7% by mass) that contains a high amount of vitamin E, carotenoids, triterpenes, phenols, and phytosterols. It is rich in soothing and antioxidant compounds, providing its beneficial effects on the skin.
Incorporated into skin care applications, the unsaponifiables of Shea Butter make the skin exceptionally soft, prevent it from drying out, have a hygroscopic effect, and refine the skin's texture. Additionally, it exhibits sun-screening effect, boosting the SPF of the formulation.
Thanks to its noticeable antioxidant, emolient, and protective properties, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables is an ideal ingredient for anti-aging, moisturizing, and daily care applications. Moreover, it exhibits antimicrobial effects, particularly antibacterial and antifungal properties, which are helpful against acne, skin infections, and microbial imbalances.
Derived from natural raw material, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables is a safe, effective, and biodegradable ingredient for modern skin and hair care products. There are a few reported cases of sensitization, so it is also considered hypoallergenic.
