: a pale solid fat from the seeds of the shea tree used in food, soap, and candles
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The standard razor features a moisturizer bar infused with aloe and shea butter, which helps the five sharp blades to glide smoothly over your skin and minimizes irritation.
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Sara Coughlin,
Allure,
5 July 2026
Tatum, who is vegan, highlighted his cultural connection to ingredients like shea butter and his hands-on approach to formula refinement.
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Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The pros recommend primers with gripping technology and hydrating ingredients, like glycerin, plant oils, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
27 June 2026
To keep your lips smooth and hydrated year-round, apply this lip balm, which is formulated with beeswax and shea butter.
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Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
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Sara Coughlin,
Allure,
5 July 2026
Tatum, who is vegan, highlighted his cultural connection to ingredients like shea butter and his hands-on approach to formula refinement.
—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The pros recommend primers with gripping technology and hydrating ingredients, like glycerin, plant oils, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid.
—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
27 June 2026
To keep your lips smooth and hydrated year-round, apply this lip balm, which is formulated with beeswax and shea butter.
—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
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“Shea butter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shea%20butter. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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