Do you want to know more about Mekis Pure Shea Butter – Skin & Hair Superfood?
Mekis raw and unrefined shea butters are naturally occurring fat extracted from the Shea tree.
Our Shea butter is concentrated with vitamins A, E, and F, and fatty acids, beneficial to collagen production in the skin, making it an excellent moisturizer and skin rejuvenation.
It also contains oleic, stearic, palmitic, and linolenic acids that protect and nourish the skin, preventing drying.
Shea butter is also known to be an anti-inflammatory, potentially aiding in skin conditions such as acne or stretch marks.
As a hair moisturizer, Shea butter naturally conditions hair, improving texture, and as a sealant helps in locking in moisture in hair for longer.
It is rich in 6 different Essential Fatty Acids.
Sit back and let us show you the wonders of Mekis shea butters and how they will enrich your life.
The main chemical constituents of Mekis Shea Butters are:
- Oleic Acid
- Stearic Acid
- Palmitic Acid
- Linoleic Acid
- Cinnamic Acid Esters
- Allantoin
- Polyphenols (Tocopherol/Vitamin E).
Now let’s go to each of them:
OLEIC ACIDS:
- Maintain the softness, suppleness, and radiance of skin and hair.
- Stimulate the growth of thicker, longer, and stronger hair.
- Reduce the appearance of aging, such as premature wrinkles and fine lines.
- Eliminate dandruff and support hair growth.
- Exhibit antioxidant properties.
STEARIC ACID:
- Condition and protect hair from damage without diminishing luster or making it feel heavy.
- Soften skin.
PALMITIC ACID:
- Have emollient properties.
- Soften hair without leaving a greasy or sticky residue.
LINOLEIC ACID:
- Moisturize hair and promote its growth.
- Facilitate wound healing.
- Exhibit anti-inflammatory properties.
- Soothe acne and reduce chances of future outbreaks.
- Promote moisture retention in skin and hair.
- Soothe and promote the healing of skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis.
- Slow the look of premature aging.
CINNAMIC ACID:
- Have SPF properties that act as natural sunscreen.
- Soothe inflammation, irritation, and redness.
- Contribute antioxidant properties.
- Promote cell regeneration, making skin look rejuvenated.
ALLANTOIN:
- Contribute protective and regenerative properties to skin, facilitating wound healing.
- Effectively soften skin and soothe irritation.
- Stimulate cell regeneration, promoting the growth of healthy skin and tissue.
- Be an effective moisturizing agent.
- Be gentle and non-irritating, ideal for use on sensitive or irritated skin.
- Increase the water content of cells, making it ideal for anti-aging products.
- Enhance skin’s texture, making it smoother.
POLYPHENOLS:
- Soften skin.
- Exhibit antioxidant properties that slow the look of aging.
- Protect against harmful UV radiation.
- Boost skin cell regeneration and elasticity, enhancing overall skin quality.
- Promote greater circulation and oxygen to the skin.
- Repair scarred and blemished skin.
- Prevent moisture loss from skin and hair.
- Offer soothing relief to burned skin.
- Deeply cleanse pores and balance oil production.
How to use Mekis Shea Butters:
On skin: You can apply Mekis Shea Butters directly to your skin; they are easy to spread. Use your fingers to scoop a teaspoon or so of shea butter from your jar, then rub it onto your skin until it’s completely absorbed.
On hair: Mekis Shea Butters can also be applied directly to your hair. Ensure your hair has absorbed most of the shea butter before rinsing and styling as usual.