Vachellia nilotica, more commonly known as Acacia nilotica, and by the vernacular names of gum arabic tree, [5] babul, [6] thorn mimosa, Egyptian acacia or thorny acacia, [7] is a flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Africa, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent.

East African Shea Butter (Vitellaria nilotica) is an excellent moisturizer that absorbs quickly into the skin and is non- comedogenic (doesn’t clog pores). It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic and skin healing properties, and nourishes skin and hair with Vitamins A, E and F.

Nilotica deep-nourishes and protects your skin against visible signs of aging, damaging free radicals, and fortifies the skin barrier. Like a green juice for your skin, it delivers nutrient-rich bioactive compounds to reveal a healthy and glowing complexion.

East African Shea Butter is absolute perfection! It is not the same as Ivory or Yellow shea butter from West Africa. The texture is soft, creamy, and smooth. The butter has a pleasantly mild but sweet aroma that is sure to please. This is a for sure winner in bath and body products.

V. nilotica is a riverine nitrogen-fixing tropical and subtropical tree widely distributed in Africa, Asia, the Americas and Australia. Globally, V. nilotica is utilized in agroforestry systems as a source of lumber, fodder and green fertilizer trees.

Aug 26, 2023 · Organic Nilotica Shea Butter is ideal for moisturizing dry, irritated or sun damaged skin and hair. It helps balance moisture and supports healthy skin elasticity. It promotes healthy hair by nourishing the hair shaft and conditions dry and distressed hair.

Our Nilotica Shea is wild harvested, then cold pressed into a butter. This preserves its' powerful essential fatty acids and vitamins A, E, & K. It has been used for thousands of years as a skin and hair conditioner due to its superior healing, moisturizing, and revitalizing qualities.

We exclusively formulate with USDA-certified-organic Nilotica Reserve™ — the best quality Ugandan “Nilotica" (NILE-ot-i-kah) — which is a rare relative of shea. It is underutilized in the cosmetic market despite its superiority, due to sourcing challenges and costs.