shea

n. a tree from West Africa or the seeds it produces, which are full of natural oil.

n. a savanna tree indigenous to Africa, or the fruit and oil-rich seeds it produces.

“The local community earns a living by harvesting shea from the wild trees.”

“The shea tree is a vital economic resource in the Sahel region, where its seeds are harvested and processed by local cooperatives.”

n. a thick, fatty substance made from shea seeds, used in lotions and soaps to soften skin.

n. a fatty substance extracted from the nuts of the shea tree, widely utilised as a moisturiser in cosmetics and as a cocoa butter substitute.

“This hand cream contains pure shea to help keep your skin soft in winter.”

“Manufacturers often include shea in their formulations due to its high concentration of vitamins and fatty acids that nourish the skin.”