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shea
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shea [ˈʃɪə]
n
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Plants) a tropical African sapotaceous tree, Butyrospermum parkii, with oily seeds
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds)
shea butter the white butter-like fat obtained from the seeds of this plant and used as food, to make soaps, etc.
[from Bambara si]


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Ritasil Shea Butter INCI: Dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane, polysilicone-11, butyrospermum parkii (shea butter) Suggested Use Levels: 1-5% Comments: Anti-inflammatory properties of shea butter and the skin protectant properties of dimethicone trapped within a silicone polymer matrix for slow release of the "actives" along with an outstanding skin feel.
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