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Studien & Wirkung: Natürliche Inhaltsstoffe bei SHEA YEAH
Die positive Wirkung von Pflanzen wie Lavendel, Ringelblume & Co. auf Hautpflege und Hautgesundheit ist nicht nur traditionell überliefert, sondern auch durch zahlreiche wissenschaftliche Studi...

Behind the Scenes
Fruit seed oils from upcycling - the perfect addition to shea butter
As a young Swiss beauty brand, we have dedicated ourselves to high-quality organic shea butter from ethical production. But we go one step further: by upcycling raw materials that are waste in the ...

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Difference refined & unrefined shea butter in cosmetics
Two cans of shea butter-based body butter are in front of you. They look relatively similar, but the labelling is different. One tin says "unrefined and pure" and the other says "natural and pure"....

Beauty Tipps
Tattoos love shea butter: Why quality and origin are crucial
Shea butter is almost identical in composition to our skin fat. This is the reason why it is particularly skin-friendly and popular. No wonder, then, that it is a component of many cosmetic product...

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Almond oil: An all-rounder for radiant and healthy skin
Almond oil is a true skincare hero with versatile benefits. Whether you have dry, sensitive, or blemished skin, this valuable plant oil is suitable for every skin type. It moisturizes, softens, an...

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The truth about mineral oil in cosmetics: Why we avoid it
Mineral oils are a controversial ingredient in the cosmetics industry. Questions arise time and again: What exactly are the various names behind them, such as paraffin, petroleum jelly, and the ...

DIY
How to melt your shea butter properly for DIY!
Unrefined shea butter is a must-have star ingredient in any kitchen. No matter how small your kitchen is, shea butter should always have a place. It's not "just" a power ingredient but also a fanta...

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Do waterfree cosmetics have an ecological water footprint?
Water: It is an increasingly discussed topic in cosmetics and rightly so. What are the advantages of water-free natural cosmetics? And do water-free natural cosmetics also consume water?
What has ...

Behind the Scenes
Insights from the Global Shea Conference (GSA)
The Global Shea Alliance (GSA), of which SHEA YEAH is also a member, organises various events around the "shea industry". One of them is the Shea Conference.
The annual international Shea Conferenc...

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Occurrence and production of unrefined shea butter
The shea tree grows wild and has a height of 6 to 12 metres and is most similar in species to the European oak. The large leaves are in clusters at the end of the branches and are elongated and rou...
